Top 10 Reasons to Consider Being an Actuary
- You want a career that is dynamic and challenging.
- You don’t want to go to graduate school.
- You want a career with superior job security through economic cycles.
- You want a professional title, but don’t want to be a doctor, lawyer or accountant.
- You want a career with many opportunities that will provide you with skills that are transferrable across multiple industries.
- You would like to "earn while you learn."
- You want a career that you control because advancement is merit-based.
- You want to be able to choose among outstanding job offers.
- You want a highly competitive salary and excellent benefits.
And the #1 reason to Be An Actuary is ...
- You are self-motivated, goal oriented, and have superior math aptitude and communication skills.
This top ten list was adapted from a career presentation prepared by a member of the Joint CAS/SOA Actuarial Diversity Committee.
