The American Mathematics Competitions (AMC) are a series of examinations and curriculum materials that build problem-solving skills and mathematical knowledge in middle and high school students, ultimately determining the US team for the International Mathematical Olympiad. In addition, students gain the opportunity to learn and achieve through competition with students in their school and around the world. Today, the competition has grown to over 300,000 students worldwide participating annually.
The MAA’s American Mathematics Competitions program leads the nation in strengthening the mathematical capabilities of the next generation of problem-solvers. Through classroom resources and friendly competition, the MAA AMC program helps America’s educators identify talent and foster a love of mathematics. The MAA AMC program positively impacts the analytical skills needed for future careers in an innovative society.
The series of American mathematics competitions include AMC8, AMC 10, AMC12, AIME and USA(J)MO. AMC8 is mainly for junior high school students and primary school students. AMC10/12 is mainly for high school students. AIME is for students who have achieved excellent results in AMC10/12, and it is the selection competition of USA(J)MO.
