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What is AMO?

What is AMO (American Math Olympiad)?

Organised by SIMCC and Southern Illinois University (SIU)

Quick Facts
  • Grades: 2 to 12
  • Duration: 90 minutes
  • Mode: Online
  • Date: TBA (2025)
  • Language: English
  • Medallists qualify for SMGF & SIMOC
  • Gold & Silver winners qualify for IJMO
  • Register via school or solo
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The Process

Exam Format

The AMO exam includes multiple-choice and open-ended questions to assess logic, math proficiency, and problem-solving.

Section A

Multiple-choice questions focusing on fundamental mathematical concepts.

Section B

Higher-order thinking questions that require step-by-step problem-solving.

Section C

Advanced non-routine questions that challenge students beyond the standard school curriculum.

Proud achievements 

Awards & Recognition

Top-performing students receive medals, certificates and international recognition

Gold Medal

Top 8% of participants

Silver Medal

Next 12% of participants

Bronze Medal

Next 20% of participants

Certificate of Participation

Awarded to all students

Perfect Score Award

Special recognition and prizes for perfect scorers

Personalised Report

Details your performance in the exam

AMO Syllabus

  • Arithmetic and Statistics
  • Geometry and Mensuration
  • Solving word problems using model method (or any other non-algebraic methods)
  • Non-routine problem solving (including number patterns, divisibility tests, spatial visualisation, logic problems and simple cryptarithms)
  • Arithmetic and Statistics
  • Geometry and Mensuration
  • Solving word problems using model method (or any other methods including algebra)
  • Non-routine problem solving (including number patterns, divisibility tests, spatial visualisation, logic problems and simple cryptarithms)
  • Arithmetic and Statistics
  • Geometry, Graphs and Mensuration
  • Statistics
  • Non-routine problem solving (including number patterns, divisibility tests, spatial visualisation, logic problems and simple cryptarithms)
  • Arithmetic and Statistics
  • Geometry, Graphs and Mensuration
  • Pythagoras’ Theorem
  • Solving word problems using model method (or any other methods including algebra)
  • Non-routine problem solving (including number patterns, divisibility tests, spatial visualisation, logic problems and simple cryptarithms)
  • Arithmetic and Statistics
  • Geometry, Graphs and Mensuration
  • Pythagoras’ Theorem and Trigonometry
  • Statistics and Probability
  • Non-routine problem solving (including number patterns, divisibility tests, spatial visualisation, logic problems and cryptarithms)

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Why Participate in AMO?

Give your child the opportunity to shine on a global stage and strengthen their mathematical potential.

Global Exposure

Compete with top students worldwide and benchmark your skills at an international level.

Advanced Learning

Tackle challenging, concept-based problems that boost critical thinking and deepen understanding.

Prestigious Recognition

Success in AMO reflects exceptional math ability and opens doors to scholarships and global opportunities.

FAQS

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The American Math Olympiad (AMO) is an international math competition jointly organised by SIMCC and Southern Illinois University (SIU)  for students from Grade 2 to Grade 12. It is designed to assess and enhance problem-solving, logical reasoning, and analytical thinking.  

Participating in AMO helps students: 

  • Strengthen critical thinking and non-routine problem-solving skills 
  • Gain international exposure and compete with global peers 
  • Build confidence and resilience in competitive environments 
  • Improve performance in math and boost academic results 
  • Earn  university scholarships, Global Scholars Program, International Junior Honor Society (IJHS) membership, tuition grants and internships. 

Unlike IMO (International Math Olympiad by SOF) or IOM (International Olympiad of Mathematics), which are curriculum-aligned and often focused on national-level competition, AMO features international-level, non-routine problems designed to test deeper conceptual understanding. AMO places a greater emphasis on analytical reasoning, creativity, and open-ended problem solving. 

Students from Grade 2 to Grade 12 are eligible to participate. They can register through their schools or as independent candidates. 

The AMO exam is a 90-minute online test conducted in English. It includes three sections: 

  • Section A: Multiple-choice questions on core concepts 
  • Section B: Higher-order problem-solving 
  • Section C: Advanced non-routine problems 
    Each level is customized to suit the student’s grade, ensuring appropriate difficulty. 

The AMO syllabus aligns with international math standards, covering topics in arithmetic, geometry, algebra, number theory, and problem-solving strategies. It emphasizes logical reasoning and conceptual understanding over rote memorization. For details syllabus, please scroll up to the syllabus section.

Students who win Bronze Medal or higher in AMO are eligible to participate in the Singapore Math Global Finals (SMGF)—an elite international competition that brings together top math talent from around the world. 

To prepare for AMO: 

  • Practice non-routine and Olympiad-style math problems regularly 
  • Use past AMO papers, sample tests, and international math workbooks 
  • Focus on logical reasoning, multi-step problem solving, and time management 
  • Join the official training program AMO Preparatory Series by The Talent Scholar for expert guidance << link to page>> 

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