USAPhO Prep — Train for the US Physics Olympiad
From F=ma to IPhO selection — the most rigorous physics training for the most dedicated students.
- Mentoring
- 1-to-1
- First session
- Free trial session
- F=ma
- 25 MCQ, 75 min
- USAPhO
- 3 problems, 3 hrs
1-on-1 personalised classes with a verified expert mentor — first session free.
Your first session is free
A real 1-to-1 teaching session to map your level and plan for USAPhO.
What Is USAPhO?
The USA Physics Olympiad (USAPhO) selection process has three stages: 1) F=ma Exam — 25 multiple-choice mechanics questions, 75 minutes; 2) USAPhO Semi-Final — 3 long-form free-response problems, 3 hours; 3) US Physics Team — national training camp leading to IPhO selection. Top scorers on the F=ma advance to USAPhO; USAPhO honorable mention and above are nationally recognized.
- Who is it for?
- Highly motivated physics students in grades 9–12 aiming to qualify for USAPhO or compete at the international level. Strong math foundation (at least precalculus) required.
- How is it taught?
- Live 1-to-1 online classes with a verified Physics mentor. Your first session is a free trial that maps your level, then classes follow a personal plan. From $18/hour.
F=ma
25 MCQ, 75 min
USAPhO
3 problems, 3 hrs
Qualifying
Top 10–15% → USAPhO
What You'll Cover
How USAPhO mentoring works
- Step 1
Free trial & level check
Your first 1-to-1 session is free. A Physics mentor works through USAPhO problems with you to find exactly where marks are being lost.
- Step 2
Your personal plan
We write a plan around those gaps, starting with Classical Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electrostatics & Circuits, paced to your exam date.
- Step 3
Live 1-to-1 classes
Weekly online sessions with the same matched mentor, with practice set between lessons and every mistake reviewed.
- Step 4
Progress updates
Parents get regular updates on accuracy, pace and readiness. If the mentor fit isn't right, we rematch at no cost.
What You'll Achieve
Real, measurable outcomes mapped to your goals — not vague promises.
Qualify for USAPhO
Master Competition Physics
Advanced Problem-Solving
IPhO-Level Training
Exam Format.
| Stage | Format | Time | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| F=ma Exam | 25 MCQ | 75 min | Mechanics only |
| USAPhO Semi-Final | 3 free-response problems | 3 hrs | Full physics |
| US Physics Team | Training camp | Multi-day | IPhO selection |
What We Cover.
Complete topic coverage aligned with the official exam syllabus.
USAPhO Mentors.
Rukshar Amran
B.Sc. Physics , Ravenshaw University (2013)
Mini Jain
M.Sc. Physics , DAVV,Indore (2018) | B.Sc. Physics, DAVV, Indore (2016)
Choose Your Plan.
The first 30-minute consultation is free. Package rates start from the session price below.
Starter
Perfect for trying us out
Growth
8 sessions / month
Elite
16 sessions / month
Why 1-to-1 Tutoring Works.
Personalized mentoring that outperforms crowded classrooms.
100% Personalized Attention
Every session built around your strengths and gaps — never generic.
Conceptual Mastery
We teach the why behind every formula so it sticks for the exam and beyond.
Interactive Problem Solving
Live whiteboard work, real-time feedback, no passive lectures.
Progress Monitoring
Weekly diagnostics and topic-level scorecards keep you on track.
Flexible Scheduling
Sessions that fit around school, sport, and time zones.
Parent Communication
Monthly progress calls so families stay in the loop.
Accelerated Learning
Cover the same material 2–3× faster than a classroom of 30.
Why One Mentor Academy.
Free past papers & solutions
Every official question paper and solutions PDF, year by year, with our topic breakdown and marking advice — free, no sign-up.
Free USAPhO Study Resources.
Past papers, practice questions, notes, worksheets and mock tests — curated by our F=ma / USAPhO Prep mentors and free to use.
USAPhO Past Papers
Real exam papers with solutions where available.
USAPhO Practice Questions
Topic-by-topic questions to build accuracy.
USAPhO Notes
Chapter notes, formula sheets and revision guides.
USAPhO Worksheets
Printable problem sets and homework sheets.
USAPhO Mock Tests
Timed full-length papers to test exam readiness.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Related Courses.
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