The UConn Department of Mathematics is a center of excellence for mathematics education, offering a two MS degree programs. Located at one of the top public research universities in the U.S., the Department is home to more than 60 faculty members who are experts in a range of subfields, including actuarial science, algebra, analysis, geometry, logic, number theory, probability, and mathematics education. Prepares students for careers as practicing actuaries in the insurance, pension, financial or consulting industries.<br>Coursework encompasses most of the subject matter for the first five professional examinations of the Society of Actuaries and Casualty Actuarial Society.<br>Offers elective coursework meeting all of the Validation by Educational Experience (VEE) requirements of the two professional societies.<br>Advanced coursework in Statistics, Finance, Investing, Accounting and Economics.<br>Students typically complete the degree in 3 or 4 semesters of full time study.<br>Qualifies as a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) degree with the federal<br>government. International students who earn the degree may be eligible for the STEM extension to the OPT (Optional Practical Training) program, if the company is an E-Verify employer.