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| PHASES OF COMPETITION: INTERVIEW: 25% OF YOUR FINAL SCORE this in your chance to meet in a private interview with the judges interviews are held earlier in the day prior to on-stage competition SWIM WEAR: 15% OF YOUR FINAL SCORE Swim Wear can be one or two pieces but it must be in good taste TALENT: 35% OF YOUR FINAL SCORE a 2:00 minute talent presentation this is a chance for you to show off your talent EVENING WEAR: 20% OF YOUR FINAL SCORE an Evening Gown of your choice ON-STAGE QUESTION: 5% OF YOUR FINAL SCORE you will be judged on your ability to articulate both a sincere, engaging personality and your opinion |
| What can I expect as a contestant? |
| What are the requirements to compete? |
| You must be 17-24 years old, by Jan 1 of that competition year. You must be at least a Senior in High School. You must be a United States Citizen 6 months prior to competition. You must be a New Jersey Resident, Full Time Student, or Employed Full Time in the State of New Jersey 6 months prior to competition. If competing for a closed pageant then you must be a resident, full time student, or employed full time in that County 6 months prior to competition. You will be asked to provide a valid form of ID, a copy of your birth certificate, and proof of address. |