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Math Kangaroo is a multiple-choice math competition held once a year at local testing centers, open to every grade from kindergarten through 12th; high schoolers take the level built for their grade. Students register online individually or in a small team of 2-4 with a coach, and results are ranked at the state and national level, with certificates and prizes for top scorers. 2027 marks the competition's 30th anniversary in the US.
Who can apply
GradesGrades 9–12
Min GPA—
ScopeNational
StatesAll states
FieldsMathematics
Logistics
Cost to you$18-35/student depending on registration date (2026 pricing tiers; 2027 fee page not independently reconfirmed)
Financial aidNot listed
StipendNot listed
FormatCommuter
LengthSingle-day test, held in March
WhereLocal in-person testing centers nationwide
AwardsState and national rankings; certificates and prizes for top scorers; commemorative gifts for the 2027 anniversary year.
Applying
OpensMid-September 2026
DueLate registration closes February 1, 2027 ($35); regular $20 through Dec 31
You submitRegister online individually (or as a 2-4 student team) for the level matching your current grade.