Mathematics is the most important subject for an actuary, so before going into this career it is important to access your skill levels in math, statistics as well as economics. There are many free resources to get started on this:

• Society of Actuaries
• Khan Academy
• Youtube

Typically, on average an actuary makes $111,950 to $137,000 per year, but this will depend on your position and state. We would recommend you check out how much you would actually get paid in your state by clicking here.

Actuaries are currently in demand in New York, Illinois, and Georgia! However, that does not mean they are not needed everywhere…

Actuaries are projected to grow 22 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

Most actuaries typically work full time in an office setting for insurance companies, but some actuaries also work as consultants and get to travel to meet with clients.

Check out the positions listed in these companies to see what requirements you would typically need before getting started on your journey!