The College of Insurance Campuses

The College of Insurance, now integrated into St. John's University as the School of Risk Management, Insurance and Actuarial Science, offers specialized programs focused on the insurance industry and related fields. At this Manhattan campus, students engage in comprehensive coursework designed to prepare them for careers in risk management, actuarial science, and insurance operations.

• Insurance and Risk Management (B.S.): This undergraduate program covers foundational principles of insurance, including property and casualty insurance, life and health insurance, and risk assessment techniques. Students learn about underwriting, claims management, and regulatory compliance through case studies and simulations.
• Actuarial Science (B.S. and M.S.): Emphasizing mathematical and statistical methods, courses include probability theory, financial mathematics, predictive modeling, and preparation for professional actuarial exams like SOA and CAS credentials. Advanced topics cover enterprise risk management and data analytics using tools like R and Python.
• Risk Management and Insurance (M.S.): A graduate-level program exploring strategic risk mitigation, cyber risk, climate risk, and global insurance markets. It includes electives in reinsurance, catastrophe modeling, and fintech innovations in insurtech.
• Professional Development Courses: Short-term certifications in areas such as CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter), ARM (Associate in Risk Management), and ethics in insurance. These are tailored for working professionals seeking to advance their expertise.

The curriculum integrates real-world applications with internships at major insurers like AIG and Chubb, located nearby in the Financial District. Faculty, many with industry experience, emphasize practical skills alongside theoretical knowledge. Students benefit from guest lectures, industry partnerships, and access to the Insurance Library, one of the largest collections of insurance literature. The program fosters a network within the $1.2 trillion U.S. insurance sector, with graduates achieving high employment rates in roles like actuaries, underwriters, and risk analysts. Overall, the offerings equip students to navigate evolving challenges like AI in underwriting and sustainable insurance practices, ensuring they are leaders in a dynamic field.