Cash
In 2022 the prize pool comprises more than A$100,000 in the East Division, and in the West Division will depend on the number of University entries received. Merit Prizes are again on offer in both Divisions, as is the Hofflin Prize. In 2022 the Stonehage Fleming Charitable Foundation is again funding prizes for high-performing students that top the individual or pairs ranking at their own universities - see details here.
Except where stated otherwise, the amounts below apply to the East Division only. The amounts of the corresponding prizes for the West Division will be confirmed once the number of participating Universities in the West has been determined.
Except where stated otherwise, the amounts below apply to the East Division only. The amounts of the corresponding prizes for the West Division will be confirmed once the number of participating Universities in the West has been determined.
Individual prizes:
First: A$5,000 Second: A$3,500 Third: A$1,500 Fourth to Tenth: A$1,000 each Pairs prizes: First: A$10,000 Second: A$7,000 Third: A$3,000 Fourth to Tenth: A$2,000 each |
University prizes:
First: A$15,000 Second: A$12,000 Third: A$8,000 Australia-wide prizes: Best individual entry: A$1,500 Best pairs entry: A$3,000 For more details (e.g., regarding draws), see the Rules page. |
Hofflin Prize
Eligibility: All entrants in both Divisions - individuals and pairs. Amount: A$3,000 ($1,500 each if won by a pair) Awarded for: Most creative solution to any problem in the Competition. Merit Prizes
Eligibility: All entrants in both Divisions - individuals and pairs. Amount: A$1000 for individuals and A$2000 for pairs. Number of prizes: In the East Division, a maximum of 4 to individuals and maximum of 4 to pairs, up to a maximum total of A$10,000. In the West Division: to be determined. Awarded for: Creative or insightful work on any problem, including the open problem. |
Stonehage-Fleming Charitable Foundation Prizes
Eligibility: All entrants in both Divisions – individuals and pairs – that satisfy
Number of prizes: The total prize money to be awarded will be up to $5000. The exact number of prizes will vary based on entrant distribution and minimum quantile requirements. |