University of Wisconsin–Madison – top-rated CAE program.

Penn State – strong alumni network and exam prep.

Drake University – high exam pass rate and internships.

University of Connecticut – combines business and math.

Georgia State – integrates risk management with actuarial.

Purdue University – quantitative focus and faculty support.

Illinois State – long tradition of actuarial excellence.

Temple University – strong Philadelphia industry links.

Michigan State – supports full exam sequence.

University of Nebraska – leading Midwest CAE institution.