No products in the cart.
2026-27: K-12 Math Contests
Information for students
Note: This list is not exhaustive and the information may be subject to change.
Since 2010, MathProject has been fostering creative, out-of-the-box thinking by preparing students to excel in math contests. Over the years, we’ve evolved into a dynamic program, meeting a variety of K-12 math education needs. But let’s be real—the heart of our program still beats strongest for those thrilling math contests that can open doors to top university programs.🏆
For details on upcoming competitions that your child can participate, see below.
GRADE
CONTEST
DETAILS
5 different contests:
Grades 1 – 2
Grades 3 – 4
Grades 5 – 6
Grades 7 – 8
Grades 9 – 10
Kangaroo Math Contest
Registration opens: September 15
More information: https://mathkangaroo.org/mks/
Registration Deadline: December 31, 2026
Contest Date: March 18, 2027
Grade 8 and below: AMC 8
Grade 9 – 10: AMC 10
Grade 11 – 12: AMC 12:
American Math Competitions (AMC)
Students who perform exceptionally well on the AMC 10/12 are invited to continue participating in the AMC series of examinations that culminate with the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO). The first in this series is the American Invitational Mathematics Exam (AIME), followed by the USA Mathematical Olympiad and Junior Mathematical Olympiad (USAMO and USAJMO). The top USAMO and USAJMO participants are invited to the Mathematical Olympiad Program (MOP) in the summer after the competition. Participants from the Mathematical Olympiad Program are then eligible to be selected for the following summer’s six-member team that will represent the United States of America on the international stage at International Mathematics Olympiad.
AMC 8 early bird registration deadline: Oct 28, 2026
AMC 8 regular registration deadline: Jan 5, 2027
AMC 10/12 early bird registration: Sep 30, 2026
AMC 10/12 regular registration: Oct 15, 2026
Contest Dates:
AMC 8: Jan 21 – 27, 2027
AMC 10/12 A: Nov 5, 2026
AMC 10/12 B: Nov 13, 2026
WHAT CAN YOU DO NEXT?
If you’re already a current MathProject parent and are interested in learning how we can help your child prepare for these upcoming Math Competitions, please book a brief call with our team today!
If you’re a not yet a MathProject parent and are interested in learning more about how we are in an exceptional position to help your child ace these math competitions, please book a Free Assessment today as a first step!