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American Invitational Mathematics Examination

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Mathematical Association of America

MultipleAnnual competition

The American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME) is a highly selective national math competition administered by the Mathematical Association of America, open only to high school students who qualify through outstanding performance on the AMC 10 or AMC 12 exams. The AIME consists of 15 challenging problems solved over three hours, with each answer being an integer from 0 to 999, demanding a level of mathematical creativity and rigor far beyond standard coursework. Top scorers on the AIME are invited to compete in the USA Mathematical Olympiad (USAMO) or USA Junior Mathematical Olympiad (USAJMO), among the most prestigious math competitions in the country. Qualifying for the AIME is itself a remarkable achievement, and it is widely regarded as one of the most challenging and respected academic competitions available to high school students.

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Skills You'll Build

Mathematical Modeling

Using equations and formulas to represent and predict real-world situations.

Problem Solving

Breaking down a challenge and working through it methodically to a solution.

Critical Thinking

Evaluating information carefully before drawing a conclusion or making a decision.

Strategic Planning

Setting long-term goals and mapping out the steps to reach them.

Related Careers

Physicist

Mathematical rigor and creative problem-solving in AIME are foundational skills for theoretical physics.

Data Scientist

AIME builds the mathematical modeling and analytical thinking essential for data science work.

Actuary

AIME develops the advanced mathematical problem-solving and quantitative reasoning required in actuarial science.

Quick Facts

Grade Levels
9th - 12th
Format
In-Person
Competitiveness
Highly Selective
Best For
Advanced math competitors

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