The Organization of Latino Actuaries (OLA), are inviting advanced math students who are of Latine descent to apply to the 2023-2024 academic scholarship program. OLA will award academic scholarships up to $7,500 to students who are interested in pursuing the actuarial profession.
The actuarial profession is not well-known among high school students, so here's some information for those who would like to learn more it.
What is an Actuary?
Actuaries are business professionals who use statistical, mathematical, and financial methods to manage risk. This profession is typically listed among the top STEM careers, and fully credentialed actuaries can earn high salaries. Prospective actuaries typically pursue degrees in Actuarial Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Finance, Economics, and/or related studies to prepare themselves for this career. For more information on the actuarial profession, check out https://www.beanactuary.org/.
What is OLA?
OLA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to increase the number of Latine Actuaries by promoting the profession and providing guidance, mentorship and networking opportunities. For more information on OLA, visit us at https://www.latinoactuaries.org/.
Who is eligible to apply to the OLA Academic Scholarships?
OLA Academic Scholarships are open to all Latine high school seniors who will be enrolled in a 2- or 4-year program this fall. There are no GPA or major/minor requirements for most OLA programs, but students should demonstrate interest and/or commitment to pursue the actuarial profession. No letters of recommendation are required to apply. In 2022, OLA awarded over $15,000 in scholarships to 7 high school seniors.
Who to contact with additional questions on the scholarship:
Please reach out to futurecandidates@latinoactuaries.org if you have any questions.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO OLA'S ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
DEADLINE APRIL 15TH, 2023
Additional Programs for Your Consideration
Additional Actuarial Academic Scholarships
In addition to OLA's Academic Scholarship, there are a number of other Scholarship opportunities sponsored by the International Association of Black Actuaries (IABA), the Sexuality and Gender Alliance of Actuaries (SAGAA), STEM Stars, and more. Note that the IABA and SAGAA deadlines are this month. For more information on other Actuarial scholarships, please visit https://theactuarialfoundation.submittable.com/submit.
