Bachelor's

Actuarial Science

Learn more about studying Actuarial Science as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    49,282USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Aug
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Alma College says about their program:

Actuarial science uses mathematics, finance, accounting, and economics to manage risk in a fast-changing world.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Students with a 2.75 high school grade point average or higher do not need to opt-in to a test optional pathway when applying, they will be automatically considered for admission without the need to submit an ACT/SAT test score.

English proficiency

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • TOEFL

    79

  • TOEFL Essentials

    8.5

  • Duolingo

    105

  • ESOL

    112

  • MET

    57

English proficiency waivers

  • ACT score of 18
  • SAT Reading score of 510 or an ACT English score of 20
  • ELS Language Center Level 112
  • Grade of C or higher in English Composition from an accredited U.S. college/university
  • Examination for the Certification of Competency in English (ECCE) score of B2
  • Examination for the Certification of Proficiency in English (ECPE) score of C2
  • Successfully earned a high school diploma at an international high school where the only language of instruction is English

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • International Student Declaration of Finance Form
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Fees and funding

  • Undergraduate tuition

    USD$49,282 per year

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What is the cost of living near Alma College?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Alma College

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements