Frequently Asked Questions - National Pageant

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How to Enter:
Your first step is to fill out the online application form under the tab "Apply Now" tab.  Once your application has been accepted, we will notify you of the next steps to take.

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When to Enter:

We accept entries up to 21 days prior to pageant; the earlier you register the more time you have to prepare for the national pageant.

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Age Divisions:

Contestant must be the ages listed as of July 29, 2027

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Princess Divisions: (AUS does limit the Little Miss only division to 15 contestants)

Tiny Miss - Ages 4 to 6

Little Miss - Ages 6 to 9

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​Jr Miss, Teen, Miss:

Jr Miss - Ages 10 to 13

Teen - Ages 14 to 18:  Must be single, never married

Miss - Ages 19 to 29:  Can be single, married, divorced, and can have children

NOTE:  Jr Miss and Teen Divisions have a 3 month grace period on maximum age for their divisions

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Ms., Mrs., and Elite:

Mrs. - Ages 28 and Up, Married

Ms. - Ages 30 and Up, Single / Divorced

Elite - Ages 50 and Up, any marital status

 

Pageant Competition Phases:

Tiny Miss and Little Miss:  Fun Fashion Wear; Party Dress / Evening Gown

Jr. Miss:  Private Interview; Fun Fashion Wear; Evening Gown

Teen:  Private Interview; Fitness / Active Wear; Evening Gown

Miss:  Private Interview; Fitness / Active Wear OR Swimsuit; Evening Gown

Ms., and Mrs.:  Private Interview, Fitness / Active Wear OR Swimsuit / Resort Wear, Evening Gown

Elite:  Private Interview; Fitness / Active Wear OR Swimwear / Resort Wear; Evening Gown

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Optional Events​

AUS offer's two Optional Events Included in Entry Fee:

Interview and State Costume - Tiny Miss and Little Miss (State Costume is optional participation)

State Costume and Runway Model - Ages 10 and Up Divisions (State Costume is optional participation)

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Pageant Entry Fees:

Tiny Miss and Little Miss and Jr. Miss - $495.00

Teen & Miss - $695

Mrs. & Ms. & Elite - $695

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All Inclusive Pageant Entry Fee Includes:

AUS Official State Crown and Sash

Entry into BOTH Optional Events

Pageant Media Package:  Pageant Show Digital Download and Contestant Standard Photo Package

1 Full Page Color Ad

Official AUS Tee-Shirt

Beneath the Bloom Dinner Gala Ticket

AUS Welcome Bag

Competition Ribbon Sash at National Pageant

Official Title Announcement

Access to ALL Sponsor Discounts

How to Make Payments for AUS National Pageant:

Pageant Entry Fees can be paid in full or in payments.  Payments can also be made on your entry fee and are to be made every 60 days.  

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Payment Options Include (See "Apply Now / Pay Here Tab" for Payment Links and QR Codes):

-Payment Link:  Link located under "Apply Not / Pay Here Tab" with pay later options available

-Zelle to TMCProductions1@yahoo.com or 828-467-5691

-PayPal to TMCProductions1@yahoo.com
-CashApp to $TMCProductions

-ApplePay to 828-467-5691

-Call the pageant office to pay over the phone at (828) 467-5691
-Check mailed to TMC Productions, 117 Atty. John Peterson Rd., Spruce Pine, NC 28777
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​Airport Shuttle Service:

Some of the host hotels in the area do offer airport shuttle services.  The city of High Point and Piedmont Triad International Airport have Lyft and Uber, as well as Taxi options readily available at the airport.  AUS will offer shuttle service for those flying that do no rent a car ONLY between the Marriott Springhill Suites and the Pageant Venue which is High Point Theatre.  Those flying in will arrange their own transportation from and to airport.  Host hotel options are located in the AUS Pageant Success Guide and will be provided once you register as a contestant.

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Closest Airport for High Point, NC:

The Piedmont Triad International Airport is approximately 15 to minutes from the pageant venue and host hotels.

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Seeking Sponsors:

You may seek sponsors or you may pay the entry fee yourself.

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As a State Titleholder, may I compete in other pageants?

Yes!  AUS is here to support all State and National Titleholders.  

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