Start Your Future in Insurance

Completing an insurance program will put you on the fast track to a meaningful career. There is so much opportunity within the insurance industy, with companies of all sizes hiring for a wide variety of roles. Getting a minor or certificate in insurance gives you the skills and experience needed to start a great job with great pay right after graduation.

Why Insurance?

Good pay

earn 50% more than other Ohio companies

Job placement

over 275 insurance companies are hiring in Ohio

All the benefits

health insurance, 401k, PTO, and so much more

Variety of roles

no matter your interest, there’s a spot for you

Room to grow

get promoted, move departments, learn new skills

Make a difference

work that actually helps people

I am definitely looking forward to working in insurance: its an extremely stable industry with a wide variety of career paths. I plan on becoming an actuary, where I will be able to calculate insurance rates by using statistics and risk analysis.

— Cole, College Intern

Program Benefits

Students enrolled in The University of Akron’s Risk Management and Insurance (RMI) programs get some serious perks.

FAST-TRACK YOUR FUTURE

With just four required courses, a risk management and insurance minor or certificate can be easily added to any major.

MADE FOR YOUR SCHEDULE

All courses are hybrid and only eight weeks long, making it easy to fit into your schedule.

CAREER PREPARATION

Earn insurance designations and state licenses before graduation, connect with local companies during on-campus events, and work with faculty to find the perfect job. 

Ready to Enroll?

Talk to your advisor about starting an insurance minor or certificate at The University of Akron or contact Latoria Hamilton at lhamilton@uakron.edu for more information.