The Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science offers undergraduate programs in statistics and actuarial science. The program in statistics prepares students to solve problems in a variety of fields with an emphasis on real-world applications and experience with modern data analysis software. With a degree in statistics, you will be ready to confront big data and make the right decisions. The program in actuarial science provides a strong starting point for a career in actuarial science. This program has been developed in accordance with the requirements of the major professional actuary societies, with courses that provide a strong basis for being successful on the actuarial professional examinations. With a degree in actuarial science, you will be ready to start a rewarding career and advance far. The Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science offers the exceptional student an opportunity to earn a degree with honors in any of the two majors. Any statistics or actuarial student may become a candidate for an honors degree at the end of the sophomore year provided the student has a 3.00 or higher overall GPA and has a 3.50 or higher GPA in all STAT/ACSC courses completed.