Why Math Competitions?
- Problem Solving: Approach unusual problems with creativity and strategy.
- Critical Thinking: Analyze, interpret, and reason through unfamiliar questions.
- Time & Stress Management: Work efficiently under pressure and deadlines.
- Mathematical Thinking: Go beyond school math and explore elegant, logical structures.
- Curiosity & Love of Math: Turn puzzling problems into joyful discovery.
- Focus & Concentration: Build the habit of deep, sustained thinking.
- Confidence: Gain pride in tackling challenges and growing through effort.
- Stand Out on Applications: Recognized by top high schools and colleges.
- Career Readiness: Valuable for STEM careers, finance, research, and beyond.
- Networking: Meet other motivated students and inspiring math mentors.
- Real-World Relevance: Modeling contests show math in action.
- Teamwork & Writing: Collaborate, communicate, and document your reasoning—just like in real careers.
- Creativity: Think outside the box to find multiple elegant solutions.

AMC 8
A national contest promoting middle schoolers' problem-solving and analytical thinking.
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MathCounts
A dynamic national middle school competition that blends speed, accuracy, and logic.
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Math Kangaroo
An international contest focused on creative reasoning and logical thinking for Grades 1–12.
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MOEMS
Challenging elementary and middle schoolers through monthly Olympiad-style problems.
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Noetic
Fostering mathematical creativity and strengthening academic confidence in young learners.
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Math League
A wide-reaching competition with individual and team rounds for elementary to high school students.
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From Math Kangaroo to AMC 8, AlphaRoot Academy equips students with the skills and mindset to excel in prestigious contests that build confidence, creativity, and mastery in problem-solving.
2025–2026 Math Competition Dates
Stay up to date with major math competitions this academic year. Below are the key testing and registration dates for contests supported by AlphaRoot Academy.
Competition | Test Date(s) | Registration Deadline |
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Math Kangaroo | March 20, 2026 | December 15, 2025 |
MOEMS | Monthly (Nov 2025 – Mar 2026) | October 15, 2025 |
MathCounts Chapter | February 2026 | December 2025 |
MathCounts State | March 2026 | Qualified via Chapter |
AMC 8 | January 22–28, 2026 | January 14, 2026 |
Noetic (Fall) | November 14–15, 2025 | October 25, 2025 |
Noetic (Spring) | April 9–10, 2026 | March 20, 2026 |
Math League (Online) | Multiple Dates | Rolling registration |