Eligibility
To become a contestant you must:
- Be a United States citizen
- Be between ages 18 and 27 as of June 2025.
- Live in, work full time in, or go to school/college in Beloit.
- Not be a parent
- Not be married
- Meet character criteria as set forth by the Miss America Organization
- Be in reasonably good health to meet the job requirements
- Be able to meet the time commitment and job responsibilities as set forth by the Miss Beloit Scholarship Organization
Areas of Competition
Private Interview - 30%
Each contestant will meet with a panel of five judges for a private, ten-minute interview. Interviews are designed for the judges to gain insight into the contestant's personality, intelligence, communication skills, ability to fulfill the job requirements and her commitment to the community.
Talent - 20%
The talent phase of competition is designed to determine a contestant's overall skill level and entertainment value. Miss contestants prepare a 90-second routine that best reflects their technical skill and personality. Contestants can sing, dance, play an instrument, recite a monologue or even perform a unique talent like speed painting or a science experiment!
Evening Wear - 20%
In this phase, contestants are able to show their poise, confidence, beauty, charm and elegance. contestants choose an evening wear outfit that best reflects their personal style.
Health & Fitness
This phase of competition is designed to give insight into a contestant's commitment to personal health and wellness. Her energy, charisma and confidence will be taken into consideration. Each contestant will wear athletic wear and sneakers while performing a short fitness routine.
On Stage Question - 10%
During this phase of competition, each contestant will answer an on-stage question, which is designed to give the audience a sense of her personality and the ability to think on her feet.