Tag: Comparisons
-
Euclid 2027 for IB, A-Level and AP Students: What Your Maths Course Covers and the Gaps It Leaves
Most of Euclid rests on school maths, but IB, A-Level and AP courses leave predictable gaps. A map checked against the 2025 and 2026 papers, plus three habits to unlearn.
-
What Are the Differences in Thinking Between Euclid and AMC 12? A Comparison of Two Major Math Competitions
On the path of mathematics competitions leading to top universities, the Euclid Mathematics Contest and the AMC 12 are two of the most frequently mentioned names. Many students preparing for North American universities often need to choose between the two, or decide whether to tackle both. Many students wonder: “Since both are high school math…
-
Is It Feasible to Prepare for Both the Euclid Contest and AMC 12 in Grade 11? An In-Depth Analysis of the Preparation Timeline
In the landscape of international competitions, Grade 11 has long been regarded as the “decisive year” for applications to top universities in the United States and Canada. Faced with two highly prestigious mathematics competitions—the American AMC 12 (American Mathematics Competition) and the Canadian Euclid Contest (Euclid Mathematics Contest)—many Grade 11 students and their parents often…
-
From Grade 9 to Grade 12: A Year-by-Year Preparation Timeline for the Euclid Mathematics Contest
Success in the Euclid Mathematics Contest is rarely the result of last-minute cramming. The students who score in the 90s and earn prestigious Honor Roll recognition typically begin their preparation years before they actually sit for the contest. They build a strong mathematical foundation in Grade 9, deepen their problem-solving skills in Grade 10, tackle…
-
Euclid vs. AMC vs. AIME vs. IMO: How the Euclid Mathematics Contest Compares to Other Major Math Competitions
For students passionate about mathematics, the world of high school math competitions is vast and exciting. From the Euclid Mathematics Contest in Canada to the AMC (American Mathematics Competition) series in the United States and the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) globally, each contest offers a unique challenge and serves different purposes in a student’s academic…
-
Why Is Systematic Preparation for Euclid Worth It? Why Is Winter Break the Key Window for Euclid Preparation?
The Euclid Mathematics Contest, organized by the University of Waterloo’s Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing (CEMC), is one of the most stable and widely recognized contests in the North American STEM application system. For students planning to apply to majors such as Mathematics, Computer Science, or Engineering, systematic preparation for Euclid not only…
-
Euclid Math Contest: Six High-Frequency Core Question Types, Difficulty Grading, and Award Prestige
Organized by the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Waterloo, the Euclid Mathematics Contest is one of the world’s most influential high school math competitions. Known for its high academic standards, strong university alignment, and direct value in University of Waterloo undergraduate admissions, it is often called the “SAT of the…
-
Why Are High School Students Rushing to Take the Euclid Contest? Why Has the Distinction Certificate Become “Hard Currency” for Top-Tier University Applications? Check Out the Three Key Points for Pre-Exam Skill Improvement!
In an era where the AMC is becoming increasingly difficult and the BMO has a high entry barrier, more and more high school students aiming for top STEM programs in the UK, US, and Canada are turning their attention to a “low-key yet high-impact” math competition: the Euclid Contest. Organized by the University of Waterloo,…
-
Euclid Mathematics Contest: Which Three Types of Students Should Give It a Try? Is Euclid Worth It?
In today’s increasingly homogeneous application landscape, high GPAs and high standardized test scores have become standard. What truly sets you apart is often an authentic, quantifiable, and internationally recognized proof of mathematical ability. The Euclid Mathematics Contest, organized by the University of Waterloo, is precisely such a mirror that reflects talent, defines trajectories, and plans…
-
How Do Oxbridge G5 View the Euclid Contest? An Action Guide for Students of Different Grades
In the increasingly “competitive” environment of UK undergraduate applications, all A’s in A-Level/IB have become standard. So how do top institutions like Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial College London, UCL, and LSE (i.e., the G5) select students with true academic potential? One answer is high-value international academic competitions. The Euclid Mathematics Contest has become a highly valuable…