Frequently Asked Questions

General

What is the kumqwaaToC Practice Round?

This is an online practice round modeled on the World Scholar's Cup (WSC) events. It simulates all 4 events, and is hosted by kumqwaat.

Is this an official WSC tournament?

No. This is an independent practice event inspired by WSC.

Who can participate?

Everyone! From juniors to former scholars, anyone can participate.

Teams & Eligibility

Do I register as a team or an individual?

You can register as a team of three, two, or as an individual; individuals will be groups into teams.

Can I mix schools or countries on a team?

Yes! Teams can be mixed.

Can I join if I've never done WSC?

Absolutely! Beginners are welcome.

Registration

How do I register?

Check out our registration page for more information.

What does it cost?

It is completely free!

Schedule

The event will start at: October 4th, 2025

It will end at: October 18th, 2025

The bowl is on: October 19th, 2025

The closing ceremony is right after that.

What is the event date and length?

Do I need to participate in every event?

No, but the maximum amount of points you can score will be lowered, and your chances of showing up on the team countdown will be less.

Please feel free to join our Discord and ask if you have any questions not answered here. We will try to get back to you as soon as possible.

The registration deadline is September 29th, 2025. For any registrations after that, please contact contact@kumqwaat.com

When is the registration deadline?

How is scoring handled?

Scoring & Awards

We mirror standard WSC-style scoring, 3-member teams can earn up to 40,000 points, while 2-member teams can earn up to 30,000.

What awards are given?

All standard WSC awards are given.

When are the results published?

Results will be published right after the closing ceremony ends.

What materials are allowed?

Rules & Competitive Integrity

No notes, textbooks, devices, or outside assistance during ANY of the events, apart from the 15-minute preparation time of the Team Debate.

How do I get updates?

Communication & Support

Updates will be posted in our Discord Server.

Who do I contact for help?

Contact contact@kumqwaat.com.