U.S.A. Ambassador Pageant Rules & Regulations

Contestant must be a naturally born female and must reside, attend school, or own property in the state in which she is competing as of the date of the state and/or national pageant.

  • Contestant must meet the following age requirements as of July 1st in the year of the National Pageant:

    • Division Age Range (as of July 1st)
      Princess 4 – 6 years old
      Jr. Preteen 7 – 9 years old
      Preteen 10 – 12 years old
      Jr. Teen 13 – 15 years old
      Teen 16 – 18 years old
      Miss 19 – 25 years old (never married, no children)
      Ms. 26+ years old (single or divorced)
      Mrs. 19+ years old (currently married)

Note: Contestants may enter Ms. or Mrs. divisions at age 19 if they are divorced or have children.

❖ Character & Conduct

  • Contestant and/or contestant's parents (if under 18) affirm that she is and will continue to be a person of good character.

  • Contestant, her supporters, guests, and visitors must conduct themselves in a respectful, professional manner at all times during the state and national events.

  • Poor sportsmanship will not be tolerated and may result in immediate disqualification and removal without refund.

  • Contestant agrees not to slander the U.S.A. Ambassador Pageant, its directors, judges, volunteers, or affiliated individuals or organizations.

❖ Competition Rules

  • National winners may not compete in another U.S.A. Ambassador Pageant until they have aged into a new division.

  • Contestant and legal guardians agree to abide by all eligibility requirements and affirm that all provided information is true.

  • An original birth certificate must be provided upon request to verify age and gender.

  • The U.S.A. Ambassador Pageant reserves the right to change pageant dates or venues and to refuse any entry into the National Pageant.

❖ Event Policies

  • NO videography or photography is allowed at events unless otherwise announced.

  • One adult is permitted in the dressing room for Princess & Jr. Preteen divisions. They will be issued a wristband for access.

  • No boys or men are permitted in dressing rooms at any time. No exceptions.

  • Contestants of legal age are asked not to smoke in public areas.

  • Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited for underage contestants.

  • Drugs are not allowed – period.

❖ Participation Requirements

  • All contestants selected as State/Regional or Appointed Titleholders are required to attend Nationals with all fees paid.

  • If a titleholder is unable to attend Nationals, all fees remain due in full, and the crown and banner must be returned to the national office.

  • All fees are non-refundable under any circumstances.

  • Failure to follow all rules will result in disqualification. Parents will be contacted, and the contestant will be sent home without refund.