St. John's University — School of Risk Management
One of the most respected insurance programs in the US, offering BBA, MBA and MS degrees in risk management and insurance. Strong industry connections through NYC-based carrier partnerships and annual insurance symposium.
University of Texas at Austin — Dept. of Finance & Insurance
Home to the renowned RMI (Risk Management & Insurance) program within the McCombs School of Business. Offers actuarial science tracks, internship pipelines with major Texas-based carriers and a strong alumni network in commercial lines.
Georgia State University — Robinson College of Business
Georgia State's RMI department consistently ranks among the top 5 nationally and is deeply embedded in Atlanta's insurance employer community. Standout placements at Travelers, State Farm, and regional carriers.
Florida State University — College of Business
FSU's RMI program benefits from Florida's unique insurance market — home to one of the highest concentrations of property risk in the country. The program offers deep exposure to catastrophe modeling, reinsurance and surplus lines.
Indiana University — Kelley School of Business
Kelley's finance department houses one of the Midwest's leading insurance tracks, with strong actuarial science support and notable placement rates at regional and national carriers. CPCU Society and Gamma Iota Sigma chapters on campus.
The premier P&C designation covering risk management, underwriting, claims, legal and finance.
Foundational, entry-level credential covering core insurance principles.
Claims handling, investigation, coverage analysis and negotiation.
Commercial underwriting principles across major commercial lines.
Risk identification, assessment, control and financing for organizations.
Personal lines coverages — auto, homeowners and related personal risk.
Premium audit principles and practices for commercial policies.
Fidelity and surety bond underwriting and claims.
Ocean and inland marine insurance operations.
National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) rules and claims handling.
Surplus lines / excess & surplus (E&S) market operations.
Innovation, technology and data analytics applied to insurance operations.
Agency operations, underwriting basics and customer service across P&C lines.
Advanced coverage analysis across personal, commercial, life & health and agency management.
Coverage analysis and risk/exposure identification for service reps.
Advanced CISR standing after completing all 9 elective courses.
Enterprise risk management: identification, analysis, control and financing.
Practical, in-depth policy coverage knowledge for commercial lines.
Construction-specific risk: builders risk, wrap-ups, contractor liability and surety.
Cross-functional foundation in workers' compensation for claims, underwriting and legal roles.
Workers' compensation program design and cost-control consulting for agents/brokers.
Advanced workers' compensation claims, experience mods and audits.
Integrated Disability & Absence Management: compliance, health/productivity metrics and cost strategies.
Legal principles applied to P&C claims handling.
In-depth, practical/legal/ethical understanding of life insurance, estate and business planning.
Comprehensive financial planning: investments, retirement, tax, insurance and risk management.
Foundational prospecting, selling and practice-management skills for new agents.
Disability income and health insurance sales/service, underwriting and compliance.
Group benefits and retirement plan design, selection and administration.
Long-term care insurance planning: needs analysis, product design and client education.
Life insurance and annuity product knowledge for administrative and service professionals.
Practical financial services knowledge for client-facing roles.
Financial, health care and lifestyle planning issues specific to older clients.
Retirement income planning strategies, including life and annuity products.
Charitable giving strategies integrated with life insurance and estate planning.
The life & health course within the broader CIC 5-course program.
LOMA's flagship designation — the recognized life/health-insurance peer to CPCU. 10 required courses.
Mid-tier LOMA designation covering core insurance functions and financial acumen.
Entry-level LOMA certificate for insurance product and operations knowledge.
Customer-service standards and practices for insurance and annuity service roles.
State and federal insurance regulatory compliance for life/health insurers.
Agency-office operations, sales support and administration.
Fundamentals of health plan structures, products, operations and Medicare Advantage.
Advanced operational areas: governance, finance, network development and medical management.
Core principles of health insurance: underwriting, claims and policy administration.
Management roles and organizational structures within managed care (HMO/PPO/POS).
Foundational disability income insurance risk and product knowledge.
Expanded disability income specialization building on DIA.
Advanced disability income designation with elective coursework.
Premier AHIP long-term care insurance designation.
Detection and mitigation of health care fraud, waste and abuse.
Customer-service standards specific to health plan members.
Foundational knowledge of dental benefit plan design and administration.
Individual and group health insurance and disability income sales/underwriting/compliance.
Group health and employee benefits plan design and consulting.
Spencer Educational Foundation General Scholarship
For undergraduate and graduate students pursuing careers in risk management and insurance. One of the most competitive and prestigious scholarships in the field.
CPCU Society Loman Education Fund
Awarded to students actively pursuing the CPCU designation or enrolled in insurance-related degree programs. Sponsored by the CPCU Society Foundation.
Gamma Iota Sigma National Scholarship
For active GIS chapter members pursuing careers in insurance, risk management or actuarial science. Multiple awards made annually across chapters nationwide.
Safeco Insurance Scholarship Program
Awarded to students at select partner universities with demonstrated financial need and a commitment to the insurance industry. Internship consideration included.
PIA Foundation Scholarship
For students whose parent or guardian is a PIA member and who intend to pursue a career in insurance or a related field. Open to undergraduate students.
NAIW Foundation Scholarship
Awarded by the National Association of Insurance Women to students pursuing insurance education and committed to professional development in the industry.