American Mathematics Competitions
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AMC Overview
The American Mathematics Competition is written and developed each year by the Mathematical Association of America. The MSU Science Math Resource Center hosts the competitions for Montana middle and
high school students. Competitions are administered in-person on the MSU-Bozeman
campus. Students who are inspired to learn advanced math beyond the classroom, test
their proficiency on a national level, and meet fellow students interested in mathematics
are encouraged to participate. National registration fees are covered by the center,
and our staff proctors the exam.
The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40 minute exam designed to provide middle school students
an opportunity to develop an interest in advanced mathematics, analytical thinking,
and problem-solving. Students in grade 8 or below and under 14.5 years of age on
the day of the competition are eligible to participate.
The AMC 10/12 A & B are 25-question, 75 minute exams for high school students to further
develop advanced mathematics and problem-solving skills. Students in grade 10 or below and under 17.5 years of age on the day of the contest can take
the AMC 10A & B. The AMC 12 covers the entire high school curriculum, including trigonometry, advanced
algebra, and advanced geometry, but excluding calculus. Students in grade 12 or below
and under 19.5 years of age on the day of the contest can take the AMC 12. A & B
exams are independent of each other with comparable difficulty. High school students who excel on the AMC 10/12 may qualify to take the American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME).
Questions? Contact the staff at the Science Math Resource Center at smrc@montana.edu or call (406) 994-7476.
2024-25 AMC 8
The 2024-25 AMC 8 will take place on Thursday, January 23. Sign up for the Math Circle Newsletter to stay up-to-date as more information is released.
2023-24 AMC 10/12 A & B
The 2024-25 AMC 10/12 A will take place on Wednesday, November 6 and the AMC 10/12 B will take place Tuesday, November 12. Sign up for the Math Circle Newsletter to stay up-to-date as more information is released.
Prepare for the AMC
Students can prepare for the American Mathematics Competitions by using the following resources. In addition, the Math Science Resource Center hosts a Summer Math Camp each year with sample problems, tutoring, and STEM activities. Learn more about Math Circle Summer Camp here.
Tutorial Video found here.
Tutorial Video for test taking here.
AMC 8 Problems from previous years here.
AMC 10 Problems from previous years here.
AMC 12 Problems from previous years here.
Previous Years
2023-2024 Top Scorers:
Exam | Place | Name | Grade | School | Hometown |
AMC 8 | 1 | Nick Tian | 6th | Chief Joseph Middle School | Bozeman |
AMC 8 | 2 | Owen Dinkins | 7th | Headwaters Academy | Bozeman |
AMC 10 | 1 | Paul Harmon | 10th | Helena High School | Helena |
AMC 10 | 2 | Matthew Watson | 9th | Gallatin High School | Bozeman |
AMC 12 | 1 | Ruby McNeil | 12th | Gallatin High School | Bozeman |
AMC 12 | 2 | Max DeFanti | 12th | Gallatin High School | Bozeman |
2022-23 Top Scorers:
Exam | Place | Name | Grade | School/Hometown | Hometown |
AMC 10 | 1st | *Paul Harmon | 9th | Homeschool | Helena |
AMC 10 | 2nd | Kaiya Graves | - | Laurel High School | Laurel |
*Qualifies for the American Invitational Mathematics Exam (AIME)
2021-22 Top Scorers:
Exam | Place | Name | Grade | School | Hometown |
AMC 10 | 1st | Paul Harmon | 8th | Homeschool | Helena |
AMC 12 | 2nd | Kim Bryce | 11th | Bozeman High School | Bozeman |
2020-21 Top Scorers:
Exam | Place | Name | Grade | School | Hometown |
AMC 8 | 1st | Matthew Watson | 6th | Petra Academy | Bozeman |
AMC 8 | 2nd | Ryan Loftsgaarden | 7th | Sacajawea Middle School | Bozeman |
AMC 8 | 3rd | Nathan Kline | 6th | Sacajawea Middle School | Bozeman |
AMC 8 | 3rd | Adyson Kring | 8th | Shepherd Middle School | Shepherd |
AMC 10A | 1st | *Edward Guthrie | 9th | Guthrie Academy | - |
AMC 12B | 2nd | Kim Bryce | 9th | Bozeman High School | Bozeman |
AMC 12A | 3rd | Soren Johnson | 11th | Bozeman High School | Bozeman |
AMC 10A | 3rd | Amber Chou | 8th | Sacajawea Middle School | Bozeman |
*Qualifies for the American Invitational Mathematics Exam (AIME)