Phases of Competition
Private Interview
During your private interview with the panel of judges, you will be scored on several key factors, including overall first impression, personal appearance, personality, intelligence, articulation and your ability to form and express opin
Talent
In the phase of competition, your performance will be judged based on your skill, personality, interpretive ability, entertainment value, and stage presence. You are encouraged to use costumes and props to enhance your talent presentation
Health & Fitness
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In this category, you will wear athletic wear provided by Miss America Sponsor Rebel Athletic. The judges will evaluate how you carry yourself in the athletic attire, assessing your overall health, fitness and lifestyle
On-Stage Conversation
This phase is focused on your personality, confidence, eloquence and ability to articulate a clear and thoughtful opinion. The judges will assess how well you communicate and present yourself on stage
Evening Gown
This phase is scored on personal style, personality, stage presence, charisma and confidence. The cost of the wardrobe is not a factor, but rather how the evening wear reflects your personality and compliments your overall look.
