Math & Computing
MAA American Mathematics Competitions
Official sources2
The main U.S. pathway from accessible contest mathematics toward AIME and the national olympiad sequence.
Current applications & dates
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AMC 10 / AMC 12 · 2026
Two exam dates start the invitational math pathway.
Mathematical Association of America · New host registration deadline (host, not student): Oct 15, 2026 · 11:59 PM EDTAMC 8 · 2027
School or approved-host math exam; choose one administration in the official window.
Mathematical Association of America · New host registration deadline (host, not student): Jan 5, 2027 · 11:59 PM ESTAt a glance
Start with the essentials before committing to a season.
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Host | Mathematical Association of America (MAA) |
| Season | 2026–2027 |
| Eligibility | AMC 10: grade ≤10 and age <17.5; AMC 12: grade ≤12 and age <19.5 on exam day. Arrange a registered host; choose one exam per date. |
| Format | in-person |
| Registration timing | New host registration deadline (host, not student): Oct 15, 2026 · 11:59 PM EDT; Late host deadline (returning hosts only): Oct 28, 2026 · 11:59 PM EDT; AMC 10A / 12A exam: Nov 5, 2026; AMC 10B / 12B exam: Nov 13, 2026 |
| Status | open |
How to register
Use the official registration route and follow these steps.
- 1
Ask a school, university, library, or approved institution whether it is hosting your level.
- 2
The institution registers a Competition Manager and purchases student licenses.
- 3
Complete the student enrollment information sent by the Competition Manager.
Official links
Dates, eligibility, and fees can change. Confirm the latest information with the organizer before registering.