Ready to Compete?
Eligibility Requirements
To compete in the Miss New Hampshire Scholarship Program, a candidate must first win a local preliminary pageant. Some local programs have specific geographic eligibility requirements, based on where you live, attend school full-time, or work full-time. However, all programs share the same general eligibility requirements (per the Miss America Organization, May 2023):
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For Miss America – birth years 1996 – 2006
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For Miss America’s Teen – birth years 2006 – 2010
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Be a female
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Single
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No legal dependents
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Must live, work full time, or attend school full time in New Hampshire
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Must be a U.S. Citizen
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Must be of good character
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Be able to meet the time commitment and responsibilities as set forth by the local program in which you compete
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Be able to meet the time commitment and responsibilities as set forth by the Miss NH program should you win the title
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Register and pay a registration $39.99 annual MAO Membership fee (once per year) to be eligible for Local competitions
Become a Contestant
If you are interested in competing in a Local Competition, please reach out to the Local Director for more information!
Important Document Links:
2024 Community Service Initiative (CSI) Information
PLEASE NOTE:
The Local Director will send you the candidate contract. However, if you need an accommodation, please contact the local director and copy her/him on the accommodation exhibit.
You must contact the director of the local program(s) in which you wish to participate regarding any specific geographic restrictions or other requirements, including local appearance dates.