There is a buzz around the Upstate New York Math Team about the new AMM-L contest. The American Masters of Mathematics Local contest will roll out at 40+ sites across the country on Sunday, January 17, 2027, and two of the sites are in Upstate New York: Rochester Institute of Technology and Bard College.
Quick Facts
Date: Sunday, January 17, 2027
Format: Two 90-minute sessions, three proof-style problems each. This is an individual contest.
Level: According to the “Is AMM-L right for you?” document, the contest is at the ARML and BAMO-12 level. If you’ve traveled with us to ARML, you know what you are getting into. If these contests are unfamiliar, please think very carefully about registering yourself or your child for this contest.
The Upstate New York Math Team connection
Upstate New York Math Team member Tianze Qiu competed at the 1st annual American Masters of Mathematics National competition and earned a bronze medal. Coach Japheth Wood is the host for the Bard College site of the AMM-L in January 2027.


