What calculator should I use?: We recommend the Ti-36X calculator, because it meets the criteria for all levels of Chemistry Olympiads and has the most functionality. It…
What are the cutoffs?: The USNCO N2020 Part I cutoff score was 40. This was the only year where the American Chemistry Society has explicitly revealed its cutoff…
Is Atkins enough for Chemistry Olympiad?: If you've been active within the Chemistry Olympiad community, you might have noticed one textbook in particular is mentioned very…
Should I hire a private tutor?: Over the last ten years, private tutoring has become popular within the Chemistry Olympiad scene. They are great for preparing for…
Should I read Atkins?: Unlike academic Chemistry, where everyone reads at the same pace, competitive Chemistry gives you the freedom to determine your own pace of…
What is covered by USNCO?: The scope of the USNCO test for both the Locals Exam and the Nationals Part I Exam is as follows. Any test before 2012 does not follow this…
How many textbook problems should I grind?: If you're solving a lot of textbook problems for Chemistry Olympiads, it is advised not to do so. You might be inclined to think that there…
What are the recommended textbooks?: No textbook that is introduced here should be read primarily for the purpose of preparing for the USNCO exam ^ with the exception of organic…

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