Actuary Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship

There are 846+ actuary positions currently offering visa sponsorship in the United States. The most common visa types for these roles include Green Card, H-1B, TN. Top hiring companies include Oscar Health, Elevance Health, & Deloitte, among others. Salaries for sponsored positions range from $124K – $188K.

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Overview

Open Jobs846+
Top Visa TypeGreen Card
Work Type47% On-site
Salary Range$124K – $188K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsOscar Health

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Milliman
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Actuary
Milliman
Chicago, Illinois
Consulting & Professional Services
Customer Service & Support
Partnerships & Business Development
Human Resources
Business Development
$110,860 - $200,100
Hybrid
10+ yrs exp.
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Lincoln Financial Group
Actuary
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Lincoln Financial Group
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Actuary
Lincoln Financial Group
Radnor, Pennsylvania
Strategy & Corporate Development
Consulting & Professional Services
Finance
Accounting
Business Analysis
Business Strategy
Tax
$96,900/yr - $176,200/yr
Hybrid
7+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Northwestern Mutual
Actuary
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Northwestern Mutual
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Actuary
Northwestern Mutual
Wisconsin
Strategy & Corporate Development
Customer Service & Support
Product Management
Business Strategy
Revenue Operations & Enablement
$114,450/yr - $212,550/yr
On-Site
8+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Nationwide
Actuary
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Nationwide
Added 3w ago
Actuary
Nationwide
Columbus, Ohio
$138,000/yr - $206,000/yr
Remote (US)
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Liberty Mutual Insurance
Actuary
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Liberty Mutual Insurance
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Actuary
Liberty Mutual Insurance
Boston, Massachusetts
Data Science & Analytics
Business Analysis
Data Science
$120,000/yr - $225,000/yr
Hybrid
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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How to Get Visa Sponsorship as an Actuary

Pass preliminary exams before entering the job market

Candidates with two or more SOA or CAS exams passed are significantly more competitive for entry-level actuarial roles. Each exam passed also strengthens the specialty occupation argument in an H-1B petition by demonstrating credentials beyond a standard degree.

Focus on health and pension actuarial roles for strong sponsorship demand

Health insurance actuaries are in high demand due to ACA compliance requirements and rising healthcare costs. Pension and retirement actuaries are similarly sought after as employers navigate complex ERISA regulations and defined benefit plan obligations.

Use STEM OPT to progress through the exam track

With a STEM-designated actuarial science degree, you can work for up to 36 months on OPT while passing additional credentialing exams. Reaching ASA (Associate of the Society of Actuaries) status during this period makes you significantly harder for an employer to replace.

Target actuarial consulting firms for broader industry exposure

Firms like Milliman, Willis Towers Watson, and Oliver Wyman employ large actuarial teams and regularly sponsor work visas. Consulting roles expose you to multiple industries - insurance, healthcare, and financial services - building versatile expertise that supports long-term career growth.

Leverage the actuarial talent shortage in your applications

The credentialing pipeline is long, with Fellowship (FSA or FCAS) taking 7-10 years on average, creating a structural talent shortage. Employers who find qualified actuarial candidates are often motivated to sponsor because replacing credentialed actuaries is difficult and costly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is actuarial science considered a strong field for visa sponsorship?

Actuarial science requires a highly specialized combination of mathematics, statistics, and insurance expertise that creates persistent demand for qualified professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects faster-than-average growth for actuaries, and the rigorous credentialing process through SOA or CAS exams limits the domestic talent pool. This supply-demand imbalance motivates employers to sponsor international candidates.

Which actuarial exams should I pass before applying for sponsorship roles?

Passing at least two to three preliminary exams from the Society of Actuaries (SOA) or the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) significantly improves your competitiveness. Many employers expect entry-level candidates to have passed Exam P (Probability) and Exam FM (Financial Mathematics) at minimum.

What types of companies sponsor actuaries for work visas?

Large insurance carriers like MetLife, Prudential, and Aetna, as well as consulting firms like Milliman, Willis Towers Watson, and Oliver Wyman, have track records of sponsoring actuaries. Health insurance companies and reinsurers also hire actuaries for specialized pricing and reserving roles.

Does actuarial science qualify for STEM OPT?

Actuarial science programs classified under CIP code 52.1304 are STEM-designated, qualifying graduates for the 24-month STEM OPT extension on top of the standard 12 months. This gives you up to 36 months of work authorization to pass exams and demonstrate your value before an employer commits to H-1B sponsorship.

What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Actuary jobs?

When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage" — the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level — for example, a actuary in New York will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search.

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