Actuarial Science at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
What traits are you looking for in a school for Actuarial Science, consider the program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln sits in Lincoln, NE.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 47 actuarial science degrees were granted at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
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Studying Online at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Many students take online classes at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Of 24,393 students, 1,697 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 14,051 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Actuarial Science Rankings at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Rankings can help you compare University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Actuarial Science program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #15 of 39 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #28 of 80 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #15 of 39 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #28 of 80 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Actuarial Science graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Actuarial Science graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln are 30% women (14) and 70% men (33).
Actuarial Science Bachelor’s Program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Of the 44 bachelor’s actuarial science degrees awarded at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 30% were women (13) and 70% were men (31).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Actuarial Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 33 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 16% of Actuarial Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, below the national average of 23%.*
Actuarial Science Master’s Program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Among the 3 master’s actuarial science graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Actuarial Science master’s degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Actuarial Science Graduates
Students who finish Actuarial Science program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Actuarial Science graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Insurance Underwriters | $129,939 |
| Financial Risk Specialists | $127,364 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.