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Frequently Asked Questions - National Pageant

How do I enter?
Your first step is to fill out the online application form under the tab "Apply Now" or under the tab "Princess Divisions" for Princess contestants.  Once your application has been accepted, we will notify you of the next steps to take.

When do I 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.

What are the age divisions?

Contestant must be the ages listed as of August 1, 2025

Princess Divisions:

Little Miss - Ages 6 to 8

PreTeen Miss - Ages 9 to 11

Jr Miss, Teen, Miss:

Jr Miss - Ages 12 to 14

Teen - Ages 15 to 18:  Must be single, never married, never given birth to a child

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

Ms., Mrs., Curvy Ms.:

Mrs. - Ages 30 and Up, must be married

Ms. - Ages 30 and Up, must be single or divorced, can have children 

Curvy Ms. - Ages 25 and Up, any marital status, must be a size 16 or above.

 

What are the competition phases?

Princess:  Fun Fashion Wear; Party Dress / Evening Gown

Jr. Miss:  Private Interview; Active Wear; Evening Gown

Teen:  Private Interview; Active Wear; Evening Gown

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

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

Curvy Ms.:  Private Interview; Active Wear; Evening Gown

AUS offer's Optional Events: 

Princess Divisions:  State Costume, Photogenic, and Interview.

Jr. Miss, Teen, Miss, Mrs., Ms., Curvy Ms. Divisions:  State Costume

Contestants are NOT required to participate in the optional events; these optional events have NO bearing on the outcome of the pageant.  There are special awards for these optional events.

What is the entry fee:

Princess - $250

Jr. Miss - $395

Teen & Miss - $450

Mrs., Ms., & Curvy Ms. - $450

What does the entry fee include:
The Pageant Entry Fee includes your official state crown and sash, entrance into welcome dinner, and welcome goody bag.

Can I make payments?

Yes!  For the national pageant you can make payments on your entry fee with prior approval.  Payments can be made every 30 days.  

Payment options include:-Payment links located in the contestant forum:  A) Square accepts Debit/Credit cards; also offers options using Affirm    and Klarna.  B) PayPal link (PayPal account not required to use).  PayPal address is TMCProductions1@yahoo.com
-Zelle 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
-Venmo to @TMCproductions 

What is the residency requirement for a state title?

You must meet one of the following criteria to qualify to represent your state:

-Current or prior resident in the state

-Current or prior employment in the state

-Current or prior student status in the state

-Current or prior property ownership in the state

-Born in the state

-Parent(s) or immediate family currently reside in the state

 

May I seek a sponsor?

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

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

Yes!  AUS is here to support all State and National Titleholders.  Our AUS National Titleholders also have the ability to continue competing along with representing their National Title.

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