What are you waiting for?
Join us as we crown outstanding young women to represent Arkansas & Mississippi at the 10th Anniversary International United Miss competition! The AR/MS state pageant will be held on March 7, 2026, and will award titles in all age divisions. This is your chance to shine on a prestigious stage, make lifelong memories, and become part of the sisterhood that sets the standard. Are you ready to wear the crown?
State Pageant Information
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The $400 state pageant fee includes your registration fee, state tee shirt and state pageant competition fee.
Optional Competitions are $50 per event. These are not required and have no impact on the overall queen title. The winners in each optional take home a cash award and a medal.
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One-On-One Interview - 50%
Each contestant will meet with the judges one on one for a personal interview. Questions will not be confusing or difficult, but rather to get to know the contestant. Miss and Ms. contestants should be prepared for current event type questions. You are not being judged on your opinion but rather on how you get your point across. Interview attire is expected but not judged
Evening Gown - 30%
All contestants will model an evening gown of their choice on stage. All evening gowns should be floor length, age-appropriate, and flattering to the contestant. Make sure the gown fits well and is altered to the appropriate length. There are to be no slits on any contestant younger than Miss!
Personal Introduction - 15%
The contestant will deliver a personal introduction on stage in front of an audience and the overall panel of judges. Introductions should include hobbies, interests, life ambitions, and name. The judges will be instructed to take notes during the introduction to help guide the questions during the interview. The time limit is 45 seconds.
Community Service - 5%
Each candidate will bring a donation for the State Pageant’s charity of Choice. More information will be provided upon registration. Candidates will receive the full 5% for participating.
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Princess - 5-7 years old
Jr. Preteen - 8-10 years old
Preteen - 11-13 years old
Jr. Teen - 14-16 years old
Teen - 17-19 years old
Miss - 20-24 years old
Ms. - 25 and up
All division ages will be determined as of your age on July 1, 2026. -
Beautiful AB IUM State Crown
Embroidered Rhinestone Sash
Acrylic Trophy
Credit of $500 towards the International Fees
Earrings gifted by the International Directors
Featured in IUM Social Media ads throughout the year
Additional gifts provided by state directors and sponsors
Each state will have ONE winner in each division. Those queens are required to attend the international pageant in July 2026. If they fail to do so, they will be required to relinquish all prizes won including the crown and sash.
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Photogenic: We are looking for a head shot or 3/4 image that shows off the contestant’s natural beauty. Photos will be scored on quality and clarity of the photo, overall first impression, and the subject’s pose and expression. Photos may be lightly retouched to correct color, lighting or stray hairs but should not be overly retouched to alter the contestant’s natural beauty. There is no makeup in the Princess, Jr. Preteen and Preteen divisions. Photo size should be 8x10 or 8.5x11 and submitted during check-in. Each entry is $50. Winner will receive a $100 cash prize.
Casual Wear Modeling: Time limit 1 minute. Contestants will be scored on their personality and modeling ability. The models walk should be upbeat and fun! There is no formal stage pattern for this event, so feel free to use the stage! Outfits should show off the contestant’s style and should not be over the top or glamourous. Outfits can be custom but we highly suggest staying away from heavily bedazzled outfits. There is no makeup in the Princess, Jr. Preteen and Preteen divisions. Each entry is $50. Winner will receive a $100 cash prize.
High Fashion Runway: New this year! Prepare for internationals and get real feedback by competing in High Fashion Runway, a new optional for state pageants. Show off your style and have FUN on the runway! Outfits can be as fashionable and/or trendy or as subdued as the contestant wants. This competition is not only about the outfit appeal but more importantly, how the contestant wears it and shows their confidence and personality! There is no makeup in the Princess, Jr. Preteen and Preteen divisions. Each entry is $50. Winner will receive a $100 cash prize.
Talent: Time limit 2.5 minutes. Show off your talents for a chance to win our coveted talent award. Dancing, singing, playing instruments, and gymnastics are all fair game. Contestants will be judged on their skill and the entertainment value of their performance. There is no makeup in the Princess, Jr. Preteen and Preteen divisions. Each entry is $50. Winner will receive a $100 cash prize.
Community Service: You must submit a log of the hours you have completed. All Community service projects must take place within the twelve months leading up to the state pageant. You may also enter a scrapbook with photos and letters from the organizations you volunteered with! Entry is FREE. One winner per division will be awarded with a trophy and gift.
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Hair/Makeup must be kept natural for Introduction/Interview. Hair/Makeup can be more glamorous for the evening gown competition however should not overpower the contestant. Hair extensions are permitted provided they are natural looking and not overpowering to the contestant.
There is absolutely no make-up permitted on the contestants in the Princess, Jr. Preteen and Preteen divisions. Makeup is permitted on the Jr. Teen, Teen, Miss, and Ms. Divisions.
NEW: Preteens may have LIGHT spot-concealing for blemishes only.
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Returning state contestants get $100 off. Sibling/family discount is $50 off each. Referred state contestants are a $25 credit with referred delegate registered and deposit paid.
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Delegates are required to reside, or go to work or school in the state of competition. If requested, proof of residency will be required.
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Runner-ups to our state queens qualify for our National United Miss titles, which takes place in at the same time as the International Competition in Orlando, Florida. Our 3 national winners win the same exact prize package, experience, and year of lifetime. This is why we fondly call our NUM titles the “redemption round.”