Insurance Degree

Simply put, insurance is a arena of study emphasizing the protection from loss or risk. Insurance is a discipline of risk management and can be used to curb uncertainty or mitigate loss, albeit personal, financial, or corporate. Get more details below including other Colorado colleges that offer insurance degrees.

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Mesa State College

Also known as Colorado Mesa

2401 S Main St, Lamar, CO

Mesa State College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Grand Junction, CO, which is a predominantly urban area. Approximately 8,100 students are enrolled per year at MSC.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs MSC offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then studied by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 870 to 1080 for the SAT exam and in a range of 18 to 23 on the ACT is common among students accepted to MSC. MSC has an acceptance rate of about 80 percent of which only 47 percent decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay approximately $6,700, while out-of-state residents pay $17,000 annually. The price of on-campus housing is estimated to be $5,400 annually. MSC may offer financial aid for students who are eligible by way of grants and loans.

The MSC "Mavericks" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, tuition information, areas of study, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.mesastate.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Claims Examiners, Property and Casualty Insurance

Description

Review settled insurance claims to determine that payments and settlements have been made in accordance with company practices and procedures. Report overpayments, underpayments, and other irregularities. Confer with legal counsel on claims requiring litigation.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, claims examiners, property and casualty insurance employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage

Description

Appraise automobile or other vehicle damage to determine repair costs for insurance claim settlement. Prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost or cost estimates and recommendations. May seek agreement with automotive repair shop on repair costs.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, insurance appraisers, auto damage employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -1.2% from 2014 to 2024

Insurance Underwriters

Description

Review individual applications for insurance to evaluate degree of risk involved and determine acceptance of applications.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, insurance underwriters employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -11.4% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).