Graduate Pathway in Actuarial Science
Illinois State University
The Illinois State University Graduate Pathway program in Actuarial Science will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Illinois State University.
Upon successful completion of the Pathway program and meeting university requirements for graduate admission, you may enter your next semester of study at Illinois State University.
Key Information
- A Pathway program provides academic, language and cultural support in order to succeed at a US university.
- Students will benefit from fully integrated classes with both domestic and other international students on campus while learning from highly trained university instructors and tutors.
Age Requirement
17
Academic Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0. A background in mathematics showing the following: 3 semesters of calculus with a grade of B or better; 1 semester of linear algebra; 4 quantitative courses above the calculus/linear algebra level. Students who have completed 2-3 of the 4 quantitative mathematics courses needed for admission may be eligible for admission through the 2-Semester Pathway program. The remaining prerequisite courses will be taken during the 1st semester of Pathway, in the place of core courses towards the MS degree.English Language Requirements
TOEFL iBT: 81, TOEFL Essentials: 8.5, Duolingo: 110, PTE: 55, MET: 58, IELTS: 6.5.2026 Fall Start (August)
Degree start date : 17th August 2026 - Degree end date: 11th December 2026
- Semester 1 fall: 17th August 2026 - 11th December 2026
2027 Spring Start (January)
Degree start date : 11th January 2027 - Degree end date: 7th May 2027
- Semester 1 spring: 11th January 2027 - 7th May 2027
Credit Number
Sample Classes Title
Credit Units
Semester 1
Financial Mathematics Exam Seminar (online)
Credit Units
IDS 401
Advanced Writing for Graduate Students
3 Credit Units
MAT 280 or elective
Financial Mathematics or elective decided with advisor
Credit Units
MAT 350
Applied Probability Models
4 Credit Units
MAT 383
Actuarial Models III
4 Credit Units
Total credit units
11 Credit Units
Notes
- * These courses are generally delivered through the INTO Center and are for Pathway students only. Students must maintain 2.0 GPA per semester to remain in good academic standing.
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