Chicago, IL, June 1, 2026 — The Society of Actuaries (SOA) announces the addition of eight universities from around the world to its Universities and Colleges with Actuarial Programs (UCAP) listing. These institutions have met the SOA’s UCAP standards for actuarial education, further expanding the global resource for students pursuing careers in the profession.
The following universities have earned recognition at the UCAP–Introductory Curriculum tier:
- Colorado Mesa University, Grand Junction, Colorado
- Thammasat University, Klongluang, Pathumthani, Thailand
- University of New Haven, West Haven, Connecticut
- University of the Philippines Los Baños, Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines
- Merrimack College, Andover, Massachusetts
- University of Missouri – St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri
The following universities earned the UCAP–Advanced Curriculum tier:
- Institute of Business Administration Karachi, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
- State University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Additionally, four universities that previously held UCAP-Introductory Curriculum status have transitioned to the UCAP-Advanced Curriculum tier:
- Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio
- University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Tunapuna-Piarco, Trinidad
- University of Lagos, Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
- University of Delaware, Newark, Delaware
To achieve the Introductory Curriculum tier, programs must maintain course coverage for at least two SOA preliminary exams and at least one Validation by Educational Experience (VEE) topic area. The Advanced Curriculum level requires courses covering at least four SOA preliminary exams, including at least one of the SOA’s Advanced Actuarial Mathematics Exams (Long-term or Short-term), along with approved courses for all VEE topic areas.
The SOA UCAP list serves as a resource for students seeking university/college actuarial programs worldwide. UCAP institutions receive direct communication from the SOA about updates in SOA exams/curriculum, news relevant to universities, and special opportunities for universities on the list. UCAP-Advanced Curriculum institutions are eligible for reimbursement for student SOA preliminary exam fees and support for study materials, on-campus actuarial events, or student travel to approved actuarial conferences. Learn more about UCAP benefits and the full SOA UCAP listing.
About The SOA
With roots dating back to 1889, the Society of Actuaries (SOA) is the world’s largest actuarial professional organization with more than 35,000 actuaries as members in more than 100 countries. The SOA’s purpose is to empower its members to drive solutions to life’s financial risks. To learn more, visit soa.org.