AMO Overview
American Math Olympiad (AMO) is an international math competition for elementary, middle and high school students. Competition is jointly organised by SIMCC and Southern Illinois University (SIU).
AMO is open to all Grade 2 to 12 students. The exam framework is based on The US Common Core Standards. A group of the best educators from Southern Illinois University design papers to challenge the student and promote their interest in math.
AMO Benefits
- Students can get university scholarships, Global Scholars Program, International Junior Honor Society (IJHS) membership, tuition grants and internships.
- Focussing on the fundamentals of math, helps in developing skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical reasoning.
AMO Exam Details
Details are as per below table for Grade 2 to 12.
Registration
(https://amo.sg/registration/)
Singapore registration
School sign-ups
- Minimum 10 students are needed to register for the competition as school candidate.
- Contest will be Paper Based.
- How to register
- School will send the parent invitation letter to the parents for them to register.
- The parents will pay directly to school either using cash or EduSave.
- Teacher can download the registration form, fill in the student information and upload the form to the Portal at https://form.simcc.org. For any issue or unsure on how to upload to the MDP Portal, please drop an email to admin@simcc.org.
Private students
AMO will host Paper Base exam for all private candidates.
How to register
- The students can register for the competition from portal.
- Once registration is successfully completed, student will receive an confirmation email and the stripe receipt number. If you have not received an email, please contact admin@simcc.org.
Overseas students
Please contact respective country partner for registration details.
Awards
- Gold Award- Top 8% and qualifies as a significant award for IJHS
- Silver Award- Next 12%
- Bronze Award- Next 20%
- Honorable Mention Award- Next 10%
- Certificate of Participation- Next 50%
- All participants will receive an e-certificate.
- Students securing full marks will be awarded Perfect Score Certificate.
- The top 40% of the participants will receive a physical certificate and a medal.
- The top 40% of winners will be invited to compete in the SIMOC.
- The top 20% of winners are invited to compete in Steam Ahead- the IJMO.
For further details, please check at https://amo.sg/.
Olympiad
- Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)
- Indian Talent Olympiad
- ASSET
- Humming Bird
- CREST Olympiads
- Eduheal Foundation
- SilverZone
- Unified Council
- Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE) Olympiad
- International Assessments for Indian Schools (IAIS)
- Southeast Asian Mathematics Olympiad (SEAMO)
- Indian School Talent Search Exam (ISTSE)
- International Mathematics Olympiad Competition of Southeast Asia (IMOCSEA)
- Singapore & Asian Schools Math Olympiad (SASMO)
- Unicus Olympiads
- Singapore Math Competition (SINGA)
- International Junior Math Olympiad (IJMO)
- American Math Olympiad (AMO)
- VANDA
- Singapore International Math Olympiad Challenge (SIMOC)
FAQ's
The AMO is open to students typically from grades 6 to 12. The specific eligibility requirements may vary, so it is advisable to check the latest guidelines on the official AMO website.
The AMO covers a wide range of mathematical topics including, but not limited to:
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Number Theory
- Combinatorics
- Probability
The competition consists of several problems of varying difficulty, typically presented in a written format. The problems are designed to test mathematical reasoning, problem-solving skills, and creativity rather than just knowledge of formulas.
The AMO is usually held annually. The exact date can vary each year, so it’s best to check the official AMO website for the most current schedule.
Participants are recognized based on their performance, with top scorers receiving awards and certificates. The highest performers may also have opportunities to participate in further prestigious math competitions or programs.
For the latest details, registration information, and resources, you can visit the official American Mathematics Olympiad website or contact the organizers directly.
There may be a registration fee for participating in the AMO. The fee amount and payment details can be found on the official AMO website.
Schools or organizations can register their students through the official AMO website. Registration typically involves filling out an online form and paying the required fee.
The AMO primarily targets students in the United States, but international students may be able to participate depending on the specific rules and guidelines set by the organizers. It’s best to consult the official website or contact the organizers for detailed information.
For the most accurate and updated information, always refer to the official AMO website or directly contact the competition organizers.