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How to Become an Actuarial Analyst
Learn what actuarial analyst professionals do, how to enter the field, and how the career can grow—plus current U.S. earning potential.
Texas Median Salary
$130,000
2026 EDITION
Time to Entry
2–4 years
Total Investment
$7,500–$8,000 depending on whether you attend APC virtually or in person,
Employment #s
1750
Our Features
Every figure in this guide is dated and traced to the agency or survey it came from. Wage data: BLS OEWS May 2025 (released 15 May 2026).
Who It's For:
For people exploring actuarial analyst and ready-to-start candidates who want a clear, source-backed view of the work, the entry requirements, the time and cost involved, and the paths available after qualification.
What's in the Guide:
What the work involves, where the role fits, and what employers expect | A step-by-step entry roadmap covering education, regulation, credentials, exams, time, and cost | Career-specific skills and realities: The SOA Path to ASA (Associate of the Society of Actuaries); The CAS Path to ACAS (Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society) | Current U.S. pay ranges and the factors that shape earning potential | A source-backed 90-day action plan
Earning Potential
Texas
$62,870 – $189,320
United States
$62,870 – $189,320
BLS OEWS May 2025 (released 15 May 2026)
Regulatory Authority
Texas Department of Insurance
Is a license required?
No
Credential
The License/Certification
Continuing Education
30 hours of continuing education credits per year (including a
Examination
The Exam Curriculum
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No state license stands between you and this work — which changes how you compete.
Common Questions
Credential
