International Association of Black Actuaries Scholarship Program

IABA’s Scholarship Program seeks to provide scholarships at the undergraduate or graduate level for Black students who are interested in pursuing actuarial careers. The goal of the program is not only to recognize talent and potential, but also to help remove the financial barriers that many students face when trying to attend college. By easing these financial burdens, the program allows students to focus more on their studies, professional development, and building a pathway into the actuarial profession.

Each year, IABA awards merit-based scholarships to Black undergraduate and graduate students.

The goal of the scholarship program is not only to recognize talent and potential, but also to help ease financial burdens. This allows students to focus on their studies, professional development, and building a pathway into the actuarial profession.

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States or Canada, or a citizen of any Caribbean or African nation on a United States or Canadian student visa
• Be admitted to a college or university in the United States or Canada offering either a program in actuarial science or courses that will serve to prepare the student for an actuarial career
• Have a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Have a demonstrated tie to the actuarial career

Scholarships are renewable and include a travel stipend and hotel accommodations to attend the Annual Meeting. Since 1992, IABA has awarded nearly $2 million in scholarships.