Who is eligible to participate in the competition?
Students from First to Twelfth grade are eligible to take part. Each school is limited to a maximum of two students per class.
What is the participation fee?
The participation fee is set at $5 per student. Note, this competition is organized on a non-profit basis. The collected fees will primarily cover costs related to proctoring, printing exams, issuing certifications, as well as website development and maintenance. The organizers will also financially contribute towards these expenses. Any remaining funds will be allocated for prizes.
How can I register?
The school holds the responsibility for registering its students for the contest. Each school is entitled to register a maximum of two students for each grade level. Registrations are to be completed using the link provided on this website. Upon successful registration, a confirmation detailing the registration status and the venue for the examination will be sent. This confirmation will be provided three weeks prior to the date of the contest.
What is the duration of the exam?
The exam duration is 60 minutes for the first and second levels, and extends to 75 minutes for all other levels.
Where will the competition be held?
The competition will be hosted across multiple venues, such as the American University of Beirut and Lebanese International University, along with various selected private and public schools. The specific locations will be announced later. Participants will be notified of their assigned location via email following their registration.
Is the exam curriculum aligned with international standards?
Yes, the exam is designed to cover global mathematics curricula for each educational stage.
How many questions are in the exam?
The number of questions varies; the first and second levels consist of 24 questions, while levels from the third to the sixth have 30 questions.
What are the benefits of participating in this competition?
Participation offers benefits like global assessment of math levels, eligibility for a participation certificate aiding scholarship applications, fostering a passion for math, and enhancing problem-solving skills.
How can schools benefit from participating in the competition?
Schools gain recognition on a global platform, assess their math standards against local and global benchmarks, and motivate student interest and competitiveness in mathematics.
Is this competition solely for exceptional math students?
No, it caters to students of varying levels worldwide.
What is the history of the Kangaroo International Mathematics Competition?
Originating in 1980, this competition expanded globally from 1991. More info can be found at https://www.aksf.org/
How many countries participate in this competition?
Representatives from 99 countries across the globe join in.