1. When is the 2009 National Pageant?

2. How much is the cost to enter?

3. Can I pay the entry fee in installments?

4. Who May Participate? What is an At-large contestant?

5. How do I apply?

6. What form of payment do you accept?

7. Where do I send my completed application?

8. Is there a Talent Competition?

9. Will I be required to have a Platform?

10. What are the Required Competitions?

11. TICKET Information

12. How long has the Pageant been in existence?

When is the 2009 National Pageant?

The dates of the National Pageant are July 1-4, 2009.   All contestants arrive on Wednesday, July 1.  The Pageant Finals will be held on Saturday, July 4, 2009 at 5:00 PM at the Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport, 1739 W. Nursey Road, Linthicum, Maryland.

Will I be required to stay at the Host Hotel?

Yes, all contestants are required to stay at the Host Hotel, the Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport throughout Pageant Week (July 1-4, 2009). The Pageant has secured a discounted room rate for our contestants and their families.  Contestants will be given the "reservation code" to receive the discounted rate.  

How much is the cost to enter?

If there is no State Pageant held in your state, you may compete in the National Pageant as an At-Large contestant*. At-large contestants are required to submit a Sponsor/Entry Fee of $595.00 to compete at the 2009 National Pageant.  The Sponsor Fee includes the contestants official state crown and banner, participation award, Pageant T-shirt, some meals, admission and transportation to area attractions and special gifts during Pageant Week.  Contestants are required to pay for their own hotel accommodations and transportation to and from the National Pageant.

*What is an At-large contestant?  At-large contestants are ladies that believe that they can compete on a national level to represent their state.  The at-large contestant qualifies herself by completing an application which includes questions that relate to her opinions on various subjects. The at-large title carries the same amount of clout as a contestant that receives the state title. Everyone has identical crowns and banners. Everyone starts out even across the board when it comes to the national competition.

Can I pay the entry fee in installments?

There is a $95 deposit required with the application. This deposit is deducted from the $595 Sponsor Fee. The balance of $500 may be paid in 2 installments.

Who May Participate?

All qualified applicants may represent their state and compete in the Pageant.  To qualify you must meet the following conditions:

The TEEN DIVISION  is open to:

• Young ladies between the ages of 13-18;  who are

•  Natural born females, who are single, with no children;  and

•  A state resident, full time student or employee in the state in which she is applying.

The MISS DIVISION  is open to:

•  Young women between the ages of 19-26;  who are

•  Natural born females, who are single, with no children;  and

•  A state resident, full time student or employee in the state in which she is applying

Applicant must also sign a titleholders agreement and can not compete in any other pageants or hold any other pageant titles where she has not already competed at the highest level of the Pageant System.

How do I apply?

To apply for your state title, Click HERE to begin the application process.

For additional information, view our  Color Brochure or complete the Applicant Form to obtain additional information by mail.

What form of payment do you accept?

We accept personal and business checks, money orders and all major credit cards.  All returned checks will incur a $45 returned check processing fee.  To expedite your application, pay Sponsor Fee on-line through our secure GOOGLE account. 

Where do I send my completed application?

America's Miss Pageants

3209 Grindle Court

Abingdon, MD 21009

You may also email your photo to us at info@americasmiss.org

Is there a Talent Competition?

No.  Contestants are not required to have a talent.

Will I be required to have a Platform?

We encourage all contestants to become active in their communities.  Although having a platform (a community service project or cause you feel compassionate about) is not required to participate in the National Pageant, America's Miss Pageants promotes community involvement and encourages contestants to make personal appearances and help promote social causes. 

What are the Required Competitions?

1. Interview - 40%

2. Fitness Wear - 20%

3. Formal Wear - 20%

4. Red Carpet Wear - 20%       Click In for more...

TICKET Information:

The cost for tickets to the Pageant is $35.00.  Everyone except the contestant must purchase a ticket.

How long has the Pageant been in existence?

Since 2003 America's Miss Pageants has encouraged young women to strive for higher education, become positive role models and to get involved in volunteering and community service. The Pageant began as a local pageant in 2003 crowning the first titleholders  in the state of Maryland.  In 2006, the pageant become national and crowned the first National Winners.  The National Director, Sharon Brown, has been producing pageants since 1996 and has served as the director for Perfect Image Pageants, Ms. Curves America and Stars of America.  She was owner/executive director for Model Image Studios Career Development Center from 1996-2002.  Sharon has judged in the  Miss America Organization and on the local and state level.  The recipient of the Outstanding Girl Scout Leader Award, and a 10 year volunteer with the Maryland affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, she resides in Harford County, Maryland.

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