The AMC (American Mathematics Competitions) is the entry point to the US math olympiad pipeline. Strong AMC scores also strengthen STEM applications.
The AMC ladder
AMC 8 (middle school), AMC 10/12 (high school) → top scorers qualify for the AIME, then USAMO/JMO. It's a ladder, and each rung is trainable.
How BIAA trains for it
- Diagnostic to find gaps across algebra, geometry, number theory, combinatorics.
- Technique drilling plus timed full mocks.
- AIME-track extension for qualifiers.
Unsure which to take? Read AMC 10 vs AMC 12: which should you take?
Note: The AMC is administered by the Mathematical Association of America; BIAA independently prepares students.