WAO is open to high school students worldwide. Middle school students can also engage in WAO through the Junior Track. There are various tracks available, each catering to different academic interests and skill levels, so participants can choose the ones that best suit their strengths.

Yes, students need to purchase a WAO Pass to participate in the competition. The pass costs USD 240, with an early bird price of USD 190 available until October 1. Each pass includes entry to 3 competitive events. Students may apply for a fee reduction; for details, please contact us via email.

Each WAO Pass allows participation in up to 3 competitive events. If you wish to participate in more than 3 events, you can purchase additional passes.

WAO competitions vary by track but primarily consist of objective tests designed to assess knowledge across different disciplines.

Yes, WAO is an international competition open to students from around the globe. Participants compete individually, and the competition includes only one international round, making it unique compared to other multi-round international competitions.

Yes, students can participate in WAO independently, regardless of their school's affiliation. Simply register online and purchase a WAO Pass to get started.

Students can apply for a fee reduction based on specific criteria. For detailed information and to apply, please email us with your request.

Unlike many other academic competitions, WAO includes only one international round, which makes the event more focused and less time-consuming. This single-round format allows students to concentrate their efforts on achieving their best performance in a more streamlined competition environment.

Students submit the registration form: https://my.eae.online/#/form/wao and by the WAO pass. Payment details and deadlines will be provided on the registration page. Participants can choose their desired competitive events after the registration process.

WAO consists of both individual and team competitions. Most tracks are individual events. However, the Academic Relay Track is a team-based competition where teams of three students collaborate to complete academic challenges.

Yes, every participant will receive a transcript and a certificate of completion, regardless of whether they win an award.

No, students must purchase a WAO Pass, which includes participation in three events. It is not possible to purchase entry into just one event.

After selecting their events, students will gain access to the Official Guide (OG) for each event. Studying these guides is essential for effective preparation.

Students can register at any point throughout the academic year. Competitions are held from August 2024 to June 2025, with different events each month across various disciplines, offering continuous opportunities for participation.

To request a refund for program withdrawal unrelated to the WAO organizing committee, students must submit a formal written request to the official WAO email at contact@eae.online. Refunds will adhere to the following conditions:

1. Refund requests submitted in writing more than 21 days (exclusive) before the event's start date, will be processed with the remaining fees refunded after deducting a $10 processing fee.

2. Refund requests submitted in writing between 21 days (inclusive) and 7 days (exclusive) before the event's start date, will be processed with the remaining fees refunded after deducting a $30 processing fee.

3. Requests submitted 7 days or less before the event's start date, will not be eligible for refunds under any circumstances.

For any additional questions or concerns, please reach out to us through the contact form on our website or email us directly at info@academic-olympics.world. Our support team is here to assist you.