Economy? Unpredictable. Math? Constant.

As the world’s volatile economic situation fluctuates from day to day, a degree in a high-demand field provides an added security benefit. This Wall Street Journal article profiles a young math grad. in California whose job as an actuary is among the top jobs in the nation, based on environment, income, employment outlook, physical demands and stress.

While the nation faces its highest unemployment rates in decades, a little job security can go a long way.