The official 2025 AMC10/12 award cutoffs have been released! Unlike previous years, the 2025 competition introduces two new global awards for the top 10% and top 25% of participants. This expansion means more students now have the opportunity to earn recognition for their achievements.
1. 2025 AMC10/12 Award Cutoffs
| Competition |
AIME Qualification |
Honor Roll Distinction (Top 1%) |
Distinction (Top 5%) |
Top 10% |
Top 25% |
| AMC10A |
105 |
136.5 |
112.5 |
94.5 |
69 |
| AMC10B |
99 |
133.5 |
105 |
87 |
66 |
| AMC12A |
96 |
150 |
127.5 |
106.5 |
78 |
| AMC12B |
100.5 |
145.5 |
127.5 |
109.5 |
81 |
2. Full Breakdown of AMC10/12 Awards
| Award Name |
Qualification Criteria |
2025 Cutoff |
| Perfect Score |
Score = 150 |
AMC10/12 A/B: 150 |
| Global Honor Roll |
Top 1% globally |
AMC10A: 136.5
AMC12A: 150 (must be perfect) |
| Global Distinction |
Top 5% globally |
AMC10A: 112.5
AMC12A: 127.5 |
| AIME Qualification |
AMC10: top 2.5%
AMC12: top 5% |
AMC10A: 105
AMC12A: 96 |
| Global Achievement (Grade ≤8) |
AMC10 ≥ 90 |
AMC10 only; age + score thresholds |
| Top 10% Award |
Top 10% globally |
AMC10A: 94.5
AMC12B: 109.5 |
| Top 25% Award |
Top 25% globally |
AMC10A: 69
AMC12A: 66 |
Key Change: Starting in 2025, the MAA officially introduces the Top 10% and Top 25% awards, significantly increasing recognition opportunities for students worldwide.
3. Award Difficulty and Target Recommendations
| Student Type |
Recommended Goal |
Preparation Focus |
| Grades 6–8 (AMC10) |
Achievement Roll (≥90) or Top 25% |
Strengthen algebra and geometry basics; master problem-solving techniques |
| Grades 9–10 (AMC10) |
AIME Qualification (≥105) or HR (≥112.5) |
Focus on combinatorics and number theory; train for high-difficulty problems |
| Grades 11–12 (AMC12) |
AIME Qualification (≥96) or Top 10% (≥87+) |
Supplement knowledge in complex numbers, vectors, advanced probability models |
| STEM-focused applicants |
At least AIME qualification; aim for HR/DHR |
Systematic training + past papers + error tracking |
| Humanities / Social Science applicants |
Top 10% or AIME qualification |
Ensure accuracy on first 15 questions; strategically manage last 10 questions |
4. Efficient Preparation Strategy: Three-Phase Sprint
Phase 1: Foundation Building (3 months)
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Core Tasks: Master the four main modules: Algebra 35%, Geometry 30%, Combinatorics 25%, Number Theory 10%
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Key Topics:
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AMC10: Permutations & combinations, power of a circle theorem, average speed pitfalls
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AMC12: Complex number operations, trigonometric identities, solid geometry volume
Phase 2: Targeted Past Paper Practice (3 months)
Phase 3: Mock Exam Sprint (1–2 months)
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Two full-length timed tests per week (strict 75 minutes)
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Maintain a categorized error log (by topic + mistake type, e.g., Number Theory – modular arithmetic missteps)
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Adjust time allocation strategy: avoid overinvesting in extremely difficult problems; prioritize securing basic points
