• Be between the ages of 18 and 28
• Be a United States citizen
• Meet residency requirements set forth by the Miss American Organization, the Miss Kentucky Organization and local organizations
• Meet character criteria as set forth by the Miss America Organization
• Be in reasonably good health to meet the job requirements
• Be able to meet the time commitment and job responsibilities as set forth by the local, state and national competition(s) in which you compete

• Private Interview – 30%
• Talent/HERStory – 20%
• Health & Fitness – 20%
• Evening Gown - 20%
• On Stage Conversation – 10%

In accordance with Miss America rules and at the discretion of the Miss Kentucky Organization, fair & festival/university competition winners may participate in the state competition if they meet entry rules and eligibility criteria. 

Download the forms below to begin the process of competing in a local competition.