Application period opens for Milliman's Opportunity Scholarship for students under-represented in actuarial and related fields

SEATTLE, Feb. 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Milliman, Inc., a premier global consulting and actuarial firm, is pleased to announce that the firm's second annual Milliman Opportunity Scholarship application period is now open and accepting entrants. The Milliman Opportunity Scholarship assists students from ethnic groups and races that are under-represented in the fields of actuarial science, data science, computer science, economics, programming, mathematics, statistics, data analytics, or finance.

For the second year running, up to 12 scholarships of at least $5,000 will be awarded to students who meet the eligibility criteria, which includes applicants from these under-represented groups who are enrolled or plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate program in one of the above areas of study. Students in the United States, Canada, Ireland, the United Kingdom, Australia, and South Africa may apply, with the deadline to submit scholarship applications ending on April 13, 2018.

"For students whose race or ethnicity are under-represented in these areas, the barrier to entry may seem high," said Milliman Chief Executive Officer Steve White. "Our hope with the Milliman Opportunity Scholarship is to not only offer financial assistance to recipients, but also to offer support and encouragement as these promising students consider their career options."

For more information, go to https://scholarsapply.org/milliman-opportunity/.

About Milliman
Milliman is among the world's largest providers of actuarial and related products and services. The firm has consulting practices in healthcare, property & casualty insurance, life insurance and financial services, and employee benefits. Founded in 1947, Milliman is an independent firm with offices in major cities around the globe. For further information, visit milliman.com.

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