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Recently, many parents have been asking similar questions:“Is the AMC 8 worth taking?”“My child is only in Grade 3—can they start preparing now?”“How does the registration process work? I’m afraid of missing the deadline.” As one of the most widely recognized international mathematics competitions for elementary and middle school students, AMC 8 is often the…

As two core competitions in the AMC (American Mathematics Competitions) series, AMC 8 and AMC 10 often leave parents and students in Grades 7–8 uncertain about which contest to choose.What are the key differences between AMC 8 and AMC 10?How should Grade 7–8 students decide between AMC 8 and AMC 10? This article provides a…

Complete Guide with AMC 10 Preparation Resources Pre-registration for the 2026 AMC 10/12 is now open. Hanlin is an officially authorized AMC-China test center. The AMC 10 is one of the most prestigious and widely recognized mathematics competitions for middle school students. As an intermediate-level math contest, it attracts a large number of students worldwide…

How difficult is the AMC 10 Math Competition, really? Is it hard to win awards? And for students with little or no prior competition background, is six months of preparation enough to significantly improve mathematical ability and reach award-level performance in the November AMC 10? This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the AMC 10…

As one of the most challenging competitions in the U.S. mathematics contest system, AMC 10 and AMC 12 assess not only students’ mathematical foundations but also their problem-solving strategies, logical reasoning, and psychological resilience under pressure. The Hanlin Instructor Team has undergone a major upgrade: officially certified AMC coaches now teach the courses directly, providing…

Free AoPS E-Books to Help Students Build Competition-Level Mathematical Thinking For families pursuing the international university application track, especially those targeting MIT, Cambridge, and other world-leading institutions, the pressure is real. Strong standardized test scores alone are no longer enough. Top universities increasingly expect clear academic distinction, and in mathematics, the AMC (American Mathematics Competitions)…

If your goal is to qualify for AIME and strengthen your application to top U.S. universities, AMC 10/12 is an essential mathematics competition you cannot overlook. This guide walks you through the competition rules, key focus areas, and a structured preparation strategy to help you compete efficiently and confidently. 1. Key Information About AMC 10…

As the AIME examination enters its most critical final preparation phase, students who have advanced from AMC 10/12 are fully focused on this prestigious mathematics competition—often regarded as a key stepping stone toward Ivy League and top-tier STEM programs. As an advanced stage of the AMC competition pathway and a required qualifier for USA(J)MO, every…

Choosing between AMC 10 and AMC 12 is a critical decision for students aiming to qualify for AIME and strengthen their academic profile for competitive high school and university admissions. This article provides a comprehensive comparison of AMC 10 and AMC 12, along with grade-based recommendations and a structured long-term preparation strategy. I. AMC 10…

For students aiming to achieve strong AMC10/12 scores and secure a solid qualification for AIME, the most critical first step is choosing the right time and strategy to begin preparation. To help students assess their readiness and experience AMC-style problems, a limited-time AMC10/12 experience class for the 2026 season is now available. AMC10/12 Experience Class…