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4+1 Accelerated M.S. Actuarial Science

Our accelerated program leads to a Master of Science in Actuarial Science and prepares you to earn your Associateship designation. 

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At a Glance

Program Benefits:

  • Fast-track your education by earning your undergraduate degree and master’s in five years.
  • Prepare for professional exams and actuarial designations sooner through our direct admission structure. 

Dedicated Support:

  • Learn alongside Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ exemplary faculty members, including certified actuaries.
  • Receive personalized mentorship to plan your course of study and meet program requirements.

Accelerate Your Education

Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ 4+1 Master of Science in Actuarial Science program is an innovative direct path from undergraduate study for students seeking a competitive career advantage. Complete your undergraduate degree in four years before enrolling in the our accelerated Master of Science in Actuarial Science program. The direct admission structure allows you to prepare for professional actuarial designations sooner alongside faculty with industry experience.

Become an expert in calculating and analyzing risk through predictive modeling and data science with the flexibility of online study. Bryant MSAS students graduate ready to lead in traditional and non-traditional actuarial roles and respond to today’s changing industry.

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Program Information

Benefits
  • Direct admission into the Master of Science in Actuarial Science program for qualifying Bryant seniors.
  • Bryant offers one of the only online, asynchronous graduate actuarial science programs in the nation.
  • Flexibility to take graduate classes while working.
  • Courses are offered in a 10-week format, allowing you to elect to study full time or part time.
  • Direct admission into the Master of Science in Actuarial Science program for qualifying Bryant seniors.
  • Bryant offers one of the only online, asynchronous graduate actuarial science programs in the nation.
  • Flexibility to take graduate classes while working.
  • Courses are offered in a 10-week format, allowing you to elect to study full time or part time.
Qualifications
  • Complete all undergraduate coursework within four years at Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ.
  • Earn a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0.
  • Maintain good academic and disciplinary standing throughout your time at Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ.
  • Complete all undergraduate coursework within four years at Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ.
  • Earn a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0.
  • Maintain good academic and disciplinary standing throughout your time at Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ.
Requirements

A completed 4+1 MSAS application must include:

A completed 4+1 MSAS application must include:

Frequently Asked Questions

What Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ undergraduate degree programs qualify?

The Bryant Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Mathematics is the only undergraduate degree program that will be accepted for the 4+1 MSAS.

The Bryant Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Mathematics is the only undergraduate degree program that will be accepted for the 4+1 MSAS.

What does direct admission mean?

Bryant seniors will be reviewed for academic fit by the graduate admission committee without comparison to the larger applicant pool. Students will not be required to submit GMAT scores.

Bryant seniors will be reviewed for academic fit by the graduate admission committee without comparison to the larger applicant pool. Students will not be required to submit GMAT scores.

Are transfer students eligible?

Yes, transfer students are eligible, provided they meet all program academic requirements. Students are encouraged to contact their academic advisor to discuss academic planning.

Yes, transfer students are eligible, provided they meet all program academic requirements. Students are encouraged to contact their academic advisor to discuss academic planning.

If I change my mind, am I able to opt out of the program?

Yes, the structure of the 4+1 program will allow students to opt out at any time. Students who opt out are encouraged to contact their academic advisor to discuss their options and will continue their Bryant undergraduate degree requirements.

Yes, the structure of the 4+1 program will allow students to opt out at any time. Students who opt out are encouraged to contact their academic advisor to discuss their options and will continue their Bryant undergraduate degree requirements.

Will opting out affect any scholarships received from Bryant?

Any Bryant academic scholarship awarded is renewable for up to four years (eight semesters), provided that you maintain full-time (at least 12 credits) enrollment status and the cumulative grade point average on the scholarship letter you receive from the Office of Admission.

Any Bryant academic scholarship awarded is renewable for up to four years (eight semesters), provided that you maintain full-time (at least 12 credits) enrollment status and the cumulative grade point average on the scholarship letter you receive from the Office of Admission.

What support is available to students?

An academic advisor is dedicated to overseeing academic fit and eligibility for the program. On-campus housing options are available for all four undergraduate years.

An academic advisor is dedicated to overseeing academic fit and eligibility for the program. On-campus housing options are available for all four undergraduate years.

What if I have additional questions about the Bryant 4+1 MSAS program?

Current students should consult their academic advisor with any questions regarding the program and academic planning. Prospective students interested in learning more may contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission at (800) 622-7001 or email admission@bryant.edu.

Current students should consult their academic advisor with any questions regarding the program and academic planning. Prospective students interested in learning more may contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission at (800) 622-7001 or email admission@bryant.edu.

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