The 2024 Think Olympiad students have achieved remarkable results. In this article, we’ll reveal the high-end curriculum of the Olympiad system. Interested in uncovering the secrets behind this powerhouse team, boasting four perfect scores and numerous AIME qualifiers in just one year? Wondering about the selection process for the Olympiad program? Curious about which students are best suited for the Olympiad system and how to find the ideal competitive path for yourself? Keep reading to find out.

The Think Olympiad System: The Top Professional Competition Curriculum in the US

The Think Olympiad system is a comprehensive competition curriculum designed to cultivate top professional competitors. This system guides students through a series of phased planning and goals.

• Grade 6: Complete AMC 10
• Grade 7: Advance from AMC 10 to AIME
• Grade 8: Master AIME problems
• Grade 9: Study for USAMO

Core Competitiveness of Olympiad Students: Talent + Effort + Environment

They demonstrate early mathematical talent, achieving excellent results in formal competitions like Math Kangaroo and AMC8 since elementary school. Additionally, they devote an average of 10-15 hours per week to studying math and prioritize it as their primary extracurricular activity. Their environment is also crucial; benefiting from top-notch instructors, professional competition research, and interaction with outstanding peers, they continuously improve themselves and achieve better results.

Think Olympiad Student Achievements 2024

3 students earned USAMO medals (1 gold, 1 silver, 1 bronze)
8 students advanced to USAJMO
4 students achieved perfect scores on AMC10
80+ students advanced to AIME
Numerous achievements in various high school competitions (HMMT, SMT, etc.)

Analysis of Think Class Selection Exams: Which Students Are Suitable for the Olympiad System?

Exam	INCOMING YEAR 1	INCOMING YEAR 2	INCOMING YEAR 3
Number of Participants	47	24	16
Average Score	26	11	29
Highest Score (Student Grade)	65 (Grade 4)	36 (Grade 6)	66 (Grade 8)
Exam Focus	Algebra + Geometry	Four major modules of the American Mathematics Competition	High school math content + professional competition knowledge
Exam Difficulty	Comparable to AMC 10	AMC 10 last questions/AIME basic questions	Comparable to AIME
Passing Score	50	50	50

Think Olympiad is suitable for children who consider mathematics their top priority. They view math competitions as a sport, aiming to make math their most dazzling extracurricular activity in future college applications and strive for admission to Ivy League universities. These children usually receive Olympiad training in elementary school, have rich competition experience, and have won awards. In middle school, they decide to dedicate most of their extracurricular time to professional math competitions, dedicating 10-15 hours per week to math training. They have a stable and strong mentality because there are elimination and selection mechanisms every semester, and they will grow with the most outstanding math students of the same age.

Think Olympiad Year 1

The focus in summer and fall is on solving algebra and geometry problems (70% of the total time) to establish a rigorous competition logic. In spring, students will complete the final puzzle of AMC 10, mainly involving functions, number theory, and combinations (30% of the total time). This stage is suitable for G6-G7 students who have received formal math competition training and can write rigorous geometric proofs. They can invest 10-15 hours per week and prioritize math competitions as their main extracurricular activity. The reference standard is a score of 90+ in AMC 10.

Think Olympiad  Year 2

The focus of study in summer and fall is algebra and geometry, completing the study of AMC 12 content. In spring, advanced number theory and permutations and combinations training will be conducted, and the final puzzle of AMC 12 will be completed. This stage is suitable for G7-G8 students with rich professional competition training and experience, who have basically completed Algebra 2 and Pre-Calculus learning. The reference standard is that they have advanced to AIME and can answer 4-5 questions in AIME.

Think Training Team (G9-10):

After Year 1 and Year 2, students will enter the Think Training Team (G9-10), a two-year course designed to address all USAMO content with the goal of transitioning to AIME-USAMO-MOP. Major activities include three hours of training courses per week, one hour of problem-solving discussions per week, team participation in major math competitions, and regular competition exchange lectures and parent meetings organized by coaches.

How to Find the Right Competitive Path

If a student finds the selection exam too difficult and fails to pass, it may indicate that the Olympiad class is not suitable. Additionally, if a child only wants to aim for AIME, then the Honors system in middle school may be more suitable. The difference between Honors and Olympiad classes is that Honors classes prepare for entry-level competitions such as AMC 8, AMC 10/12. As long as the child has a solid foundation in school and whether or not they have professional competition experience, they can strive for awards. Therefore, Honors classes are suitable for the vast majority of well-rounded children to participate in. And if math is the most important extracurricular activity for a child and they are willing to invest a lot of time and effort, then Olympiad will help the child aim for USAMO.

How to Choose Honors Classes?

• First AMC 8 exam (5th to 6th grade): Pre-Algebra Honors
• Aiming for AMC 8 Honor Roll, start preparing for AMC10 (6th to 7th grade): Algebra 1 Honors
• Targeting AMC 10 Achievement Roll, not yet studying competition geometry (7th to 8th grade): Geometry Honors
• Aiming to advance to AIME in AMC 10 (8th to 9th grade): AMC 10 HS Camp

Among them, AMC 10 HS Camp is suitable for students currently studying Algebra 2 Honors, with their AMC 10 scores around 80, aiming to achieve AIME (105+). Students will learn the knowledge and types of mid-level and difficult problems on AMC 10 (questions 10-20), covering four major modules: algebra, geometry, number theory, and counting probability.

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Not all children are suitable for professional competitions because they truly require time and effort, but every child can try more challenging and interesting mathematics. Think Academy provides resources for children who love mathematics, and gold-medal coaches help each child reach their full potential and achieve their best level!

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