International Math Olympiad

Annual world math championship for high school students. Each country sends a team of up to six contestants, who must be under 20 and not enrolled in college. Contestants write full proofs for six problems over two exams of 4.5 hours each, with no calculators.

Offered by IMO. Competition for high school students in Worldwide. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Math

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Worldwide.
Cost
Free to take part.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about International Math Olympiad

When is the International Math Olympiad deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is International Math Olympiad free?

Yes. International Math Olympiad is free to take part in.

Who can apply to International Math Olympiad?

High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Worldwide. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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