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Math Competitions Calendar
US & Canada
Every major math competition for grades 1–12, in one place. Dates, grade levels, and registration deadlines — for both the United States and Canada.
How to Use This Page
This page is designed to help families plan the full math competition year with clarity. Use the grade filters above to quickly narrow the list, then browse season by season to see which competitions are relevant for your child in the US, Canada, or both.
Do not wait until the last minute. Many competitions require early registration through a school, a local center, or a host organization.
Start with the right grade band
Use the filters above to focus only on competitions that match your child’s current level and stage.
Check dates and registration path
Some competitions allow direct registration, while others may require registration through a school or local coordinator.
Use this as a year-round roadmap
Instead of treating competitions as one-time events, use this calendar to plan a stronger long-term math journey.
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Competition Timeline Snapshot
The gateway to the AIME. Two versions (A & B) for high school students. AMC 10 for Grade 10 and below; AMC 12 for Grade 12 and below. 25 questions, 75 minutes.
University of Waterloo contests. CIMC for Grades 9–10; CSMC for Grades 11–12. Mix of short-answer and full-solution questions. 2 hours.
The premier middle school competition. Sprint, Target, and Team rounds. School winners advance to Chapter, then State, then Nationals. Grades 6–8 only.
Five monthly contests from November through March. School-based team competition. Great for building consistent problem-solving habits across the year.
The most accessible entry point into the AMC pathway. 25 multiple-choice questions in 40 minutes. No penalty for wrong answers. Excellent for Grades 5–8, open to Grade 8 and below.
Invitation-only. Top scorers from AMC 10/12 qualify. 15 questions, 3 hours, answers are integers 0–999. A critical step toward USAMO/USAJMO.
University of Waterloo multiple-choice contests. Pascal for Grade 9; Cayley for Grade 10; Fermat for Grade 11. 60 minutes, 25 questions. A student may write only one.
Top school-level performers advance to Chapter (Feb) and State (Mar) competitions. State winners earn a spot at Nationals in May.
The most accessible international competition. Multiple-choice, logic-based questions. Grades 1–12 each have their own level. Results released May 1. Answer key ~April 20.
The most prestigious Waterloo contest. Designed for Grade 12. Mix of short-answer and full-solution problems. 2.5 hours. Strong scores can support university applications.
Full-solution contests from Waterloo — excellent preparation for Euclid. Fryer for Grade 9; Galois for Grade 10; Hypatia for Grade 11. 75 minutes. Builds proof-writing skills.
Free, international, online team competition. Teams of 1–6 students. 10-day window to compete. Problems range from accessible to very challenging. Great for middle and high school teams.
Problem-solving contest for Grades 2–8. School-based or individual registration. Held twice yearly (fall and spring). Creative, non-routine problems with no time pressure.
University of Waterloo introduction to math competitions for younger students. Grade 7 and Grade 8 versions. Multiple-choice, 60 minutes. A great first competition for Canadian students.
The pinnacle of middle school math competition in the US. State champions compete in Washington, D.C. Countdown Round, Team Round, and individual events.
Fast-paced, team-based competition for high school students. Teams of 15 compete at university campuses across the US. Held on the weekend after Memorial Day.
Six monthly contests throughout the year for Grades 4–12. Individual and school-based scoring. Separate divisions for middle and high school. Results posted online after each contest.
What should your child actually take?
Grades 1–2
Start with Math Kangaroo. Focus on exposure, curiosity, and enjoyment of math.
Grades 3–4
Math Kangaroo + Caribou. Add Noetic if your child enjoys structured contests.
Grades 5–6
Math Kangaroo + MOEMS + start AMC 8 exposure. This is a key transition stage.
Grades 7–8
AMC 8 + MATHCOUNTS + MOEMS. Focus on deeper problem-solving ability.
Grades 9–10
AMC 10 + Canadian contests (Pascal/Cayley). Begin Olympiad pathway.
Grades 11–12
AMC 10/12 + AIME + Euclid/Fermat. Focus on advanced and selective pathways.
| Grade | Recommended Competitions | Country |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | Math Kangaroo | US + Canada |
| 3–4 | Math Kangaroo, Noetic | US + Canada |
| 5–6 | Math Kangaroo, Noetic, MOEMS, Math League, AMC 8 | US + Canada |
| 7–8 | AMC 8, MATHCOUNTS, MOEMS, Math League, Purple Comet, Gauss (CA) | US + Canada |
| 9–10 | AMC 10, Pascal/Cayley (CA), Fryer/Galois (CA), Purple Comet | US + Canada |
| 11–12 | AMC 10/12, AIME, ARML, Fermat/Hypatia/Euclid (CA) | US + Canada |
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Book a Free Trial ClassHow to Choose the Right Competition Path
The best competition plan is usually not “enter everything.” A stronger approach is to choose a small number of competitions that match your child’s current level, confidence, and long-term growth.
Start with the right level
If your child is new to competitions, begin with accessible contests such as Math Kangaroo or other broad-entry competitions before moving into more advanced pathways.
Build depth gradually
Once your child is comfortable, add competitions that develop stronger problem-solving habits, such as MOEMS, Math League, AMC 8, or MATHCOUNTS.
Think long term
Competitions work best when they are part of a multi-year journey. The goal is not just one result, but stronger mathematical thinking over time.
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