Mathematics/Actuarial Studies

The analytical and critical-thinking skills you’ll develop as a math major at Lander open the door to many fields. Our graduates go on to do rewarding work in actuarial science, finance, data analysis, and more.

LCM prepared me for what I needed to know for the actuarial exams. The math department was great. The classes were small, and I was able to get to know a lot of the professors. Because of the low student/professor ratio, I was able to form relationships with professors who were practicing actuaries.

- Abbie Jakubovic, Actuarial Analyst

Practical and Versatile Curriculum

Our curriculum carefully balances theoretical and applied mathematics. You’ll work closely with our experienced faculty to master core concepts of calculus, linear algebra, and probability — and to bring these concepts to life through research, forecasting and computer programming.

Spotlight on Actuarial Science

Many Lander math majors want to become actuaries. If that’s the path for you, consider Prof. Joseph Perlman your secret weapon. A fellow of distinguished actuarial societies in the US and UK, he also has an MBA in finance from Columbia and real-world experience as an actuary.

Perlman’s courses like Statistics for Business, Probability Theory, and Mathematics of Compound Interest cover exactly what you’ll be tested on in your actuarial exams, giving you a competitive advantage.

Explore the Field in and Out of Class

LCM offers many opportunities to learn more about your chosen mathematics career through clubs, classes, and internships.

  • Chaburah and Clubs: The math major chaburah is an opportunity to network with your fellow math majors. Join the Finance Club or the Strategic Gaming Club to engage with like-minded peers and have fun using your problem-solving skills.
  • Classes: As you progress through the major, you’ll get to explore the versatility of a math degree. Choose from more than a dozen electives and business courses that apply your math skills in finance, computer science, and even emerging fields like medical cryptography.
  • Research: Work closely with faculty on topics like the Black-Scholes model, time series analysis, quantum mechanics, and matrix optimization. These hands-on research experiences give you valuable insights into how mathematical frameworks help solve complex real-world problems.
  • Professional exam prep: If you plan to become a financial analyst or actuary, you’ll get plenty of support to prepare for the CFA exam and actuarial tests, from both your fellow students and professors who’ve paved the way for LCM grads before you.
  • Job shadowing and internships: Career Services can help you find an internship and connect with alumni in your chosen field. Reach out to them! These experiences are key to preparing for your post-college work life and making career connections.

Courses Tailored to Your Future

If you’re looking to go to graduate school after Lander, your math professors are here to help you excel. They’ll even create new classes to ensure your future success.

We have several students who have gone on to very good graduate programs in places like NYU. I often develop new courses to help them. One example is stochastic analysis. This kind of calculus is a main course in graduate school. It’s very complicated and many students fail. So, we made a course at Lander for this really complicated subject to help students who want to go to graduate school and prevail.

- Prof. Oleg Friedman

Where Are Our Graduates Now?

Lander alumni’s strong analytical skills and rigorous academic training prepare you to excel at financial firms, consultancies and tech companies such as Mercer, PwC, Everest, Korn Ferry, Zurich North America and Prudential.