What is the AMC 8?
The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40-minute, multiple choice competition in middle school mathematics designed to develop students’ problem-solving skills and interest inmathematics.
Why Host the AMC 8?
• By the time students reachhigh school, many have formed a perception ofmathematics without fully exploring their ownpotential as analytical thinkers and problemsolvers. The AMC 8 helps middle school studentsdiscover their love of problem solving and developtheir potential.
• The AMC 8 helps middle school studentsdevelop positive attitudes towards analyticalthinking, a skill that is highly valued byuniversities and employers. The AMC 8 connectsclassroom skills to unique problem solving challenges in a low-stress, friendlyenvironment.
• Over 1 million additional STEMgraduates will be needed by 2022 to meet thegrowing demands of the labor market. The AMC 8can help your students identify an interest inand prepare them for future STEM careers thatwill challenge and fulfill them. （AMC website）
