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Program checklist · B.S. in Actuarial Science and Finance

B.S. in Actuarial Science and Finance

Bethel University · Saint Paul, MN

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Program
Award
B.S. in Actuarial Science and Finance
Credential class
ceterms:BachelorDegree
CIP
27.0503
Total credits (published)
137-143
Catalog edition
Catalog 2026-2027
Checklist type
degree-program
Description
The Actuarial Science and Finance degree at Bethel University provides a powerful combination of analytical expertise, financial acumen, and strategic decision-making skills. Students gain a deep understanding of risk management, predictive modeling, probability, statistics, and economics—essential tools for assessing financial uncertainty. Through rigorous coursework and hands-on experience with industry-standard software and programming, students develop technical proficiency in data analysis and financial forecasting. The program also emphasizes teamwork, communication, and ethical leadership, preparing graduates for high-impact careers as actuaries, financial analysts, risk consultants, and other roles where data-driven decision-making is critical. With a strong foundation in both finance and actuarial science, graduates are well-positioned to earn actuarial credentials and excel in a wide range of industries, including insurance, investment management, and corporate finance.
Identifiers
IPEDS UNITID
173160
CourseShelf checklist
CK_173160_29e81456_1
CollegeTransfer.Net
Institution Transfer Profile
Source
CourseShelf publish 61

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Major in Actuarial Science and Finance (B.S.)

Choose 1 of the following · Choose one of the following courses: · major core · 28 items
  1. BUS 210
    • Financial Accounting
    As published: “Financial Accounting”
    4
  2. BUS 220
    • Principles of Marketing
    As published: “Principles of Marketing”
    4
  3. BUS 230
    • Managing Organizations and People
    As published: “Managing Organizations and People”
    4
  4. BUS 317
    • Business Analytics
    As published: “Business Analytics”
    4
  5. BUS 344
    • Managerial Finance
    As published: “Managerial Finance”
    4
  6. BUS 352
    • Financial Modeling & Valuation
    As published: “Financial Modeling & Valuation”
    4
  7. BUS 361
    • Business Law
    As published: “Business Law”
    2
  8. BUS 440
    • Capital Markets
    As published: “Capital Markets”
    4
  9. BUS 470
    • Finance Seminar
    As published: “Finance Seminar”
    4
  10. COS 111
    • Introduction to Programming
    As published: “Introduction to Programming”
    4
  11. COS 211
    • Data Structures
    As published: “Data Structures”
    4
  12. COS 277
    • Software Development Fundamentals
    As published: “Software Development Fundamentals”
    4
  13. COS 313
    • Database Systems
    As published: “Database Systems”
    2
  14. ECO 202
    • Principles of Microeconomics
    As published: “Principles of Microeconomics”
    2
  15. ECO 203
    • Principles of Macroeconomics
    As published: “Principles of Macroeconomics”
    2
  16. MAT 124M
    • Calculus 1
    As published: “Calculus 1 1”
    4
  17. MAT 125
    • Calculus 2
    As published: “Calculus 2”
    4
  18. MAT 211
    • Linear Algebra
    As published: “Linear Algebra”
    4
  19. MAT 223
    • Multivariable Calculus
    As published: “Multivariable Calculus”
    4
  20. MAT 242
    • Introduction to Proofs
    As published: “Introduction to Proofs”
    2
  21. MAT 309
    • Financial Mathematics
    As published: “Financial Mathematics”
    4
  22. MAT 332
    • Probability and Statistics
    As published: “Probability and Statistics”
    4
  23. MAT 333
    • Advanced Probability and Statistics
    As published: “Advanced Probability and Statistics”
    4
  24. MAT 376
    • Operations Research
    As published: “Operations Research”
    3
  25. Choose one of the following courses:
    Not resolved to a course
    3-4
  26. BUS 416
    • Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence for Business
    As published: “Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence for Business”
    4
  27. COS 334
    • Data Mining and Machine Learning
    As published: “Data Mining and Machine Learning”
    3
  28. Internship (135+ hours = 3 credits, 180+ hours = 4 credits)
    Not resolved to a course
    3-4

One Actuarial Examination Successfully Passed

2 items
  1. Major
    Not resolved to a course
    91-93
  2. General Education *
    Not resolved to a course
    44-52
Source. Bethel University, catalog Catalog 2026-2027 — https://catalog.bethel.edu/academic-programs/school-of-business/undergraduate/business/actuarial-science-and-finance-bs/. Captured page pages/0237.html.gz. Assembled from the institution's published catalog as captured; every record names its captured page and source URL. Assembled, not asserted.