OTIS is a proof-based olympiad training program. (Students not yet ready for proofs may be interested in my list of mentors and programs.)

About OTIS#

Syllabus#

Updated for 2023-2024:

Other documents#

Read the above syllabus first if you’re new to OTIS.

• List of topics (now featuring artwork)

• Example materials from each of the three difficulty tracks:

  • B-level track handout (easiest track)
  • D-level track handout and solutions
  • Z-level track handout (hardest track)

• Example practice exam: JMO, USAMO, and solutions

The OTIS Excerpts#

Around the start of 2019, I posted publicly a collection of 192 problems and solutions based on materials for OTIS. This mini-book was named The OTIS Excerpts. It is designed to mostly be beginner-friendly though some of the chapters are more challenging.

Application — Year IX (2023-2024)#

You may now apply for OTIS 2023-2024. The deadline is August 1, 2023.

• Application instructions and homework for fall 2023
• Submission URL for fall 2023
• Financial aid request URL for fall 2023

Who can apply#

OTIS is open to anyone, including international students from all countries. Students from minorities and underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. (I promise I don’t bite.) Full financial aid is available for all applications (even late) and admissions is need-blind.

Admissions are only done to ensure students have sufficient mathematical background and writing ability (due to sheer number of students, there is no “grading”), understand English, and are able to learn from Evan-style writing. In particular, admissions is not a merit-based competition. See the application PDF for more details.

People#

Staff#

Staff who were themselves alum’s have their years of participation as students denoted in parentheses.

Photos#