Find Your Division

Age Divisions &
Judging Criteria

12 divisions spanning ages 4 to 60+. Every score is transparent — the same guide we give contestants is the same guide judges hold.

All Divisions at a Glance

Division Age Range Marital Status Notes
Global Icon Princess4–5N/AFitness outfit (no swimwear)
Little Miss Global Icon6–7N/AFitness outfit (no swimwear)
Jr. Miss Global Icon8–9N/AFloor-length gown required
Preteen Global Icon10–12N/AFloor-length gown required
Jr. Teen Global Icon13–15N/AFloor-length gown; fitness outfit
Teen Global Icon16–19Any4-min interview; swimwear permitted
Miss Global Icon20–29AnySwimwear permitted
Ms. Global Icon30–45Single, divorced, or with childSwimwear permitted
Mrs. Global Icon18+Married (proof required)Marriage certificate required
Elite Global Icon46+AnyAll marital statuses welcome
Ms. Global Icon Plus18+AnyDress size 14+

Complete Transparency

Judging Criteria — Detailed Breakdown

We share the same scoring guide with every contestant and every judge. Nothing is a secret. Knowing exactly how you're evaluated means you can walk onto that stage with complete confidence.

35%

Judges Interview

Highest weighted category

What Judges Evaluate

  • · Personality and authenticity
  • · Communication skills and poise
  • · Awareness of community and current events
  • · Confidence and stage presence during Q&A
  • · Self-introduction (30 seconds)

Timing by Division

  • · All divisions: 30-second self-introduction
  • · Jr. divisions & under: 3-minute interview
  • · Teen & above: 4-minute interview
  • · Recommended attire: dress or pantsuit
30%

Evening Gown / Formal Wear

Second highest weighted category

What Judges Evaluate

  • · Grace and movement on stage
  • · Confidence and overall presentation
  • · Age-appropriate elegance and style
  • · Expressions and stage energy

Attire Requirements

  • · Jr. Miss and above: floor-length gown required
  • · Princess & Little Miss: age-appropriate formal dress
  • · No props or stage accessories
25%

Fitness / Swimwear / Resort Wear

Age-appropriate attire required by division

What Judges Evaluate

  • · Confidence and energy on stage
  • · Captivating expressions and presence
  • · Overall presentation and style

Attire by Division

  • · Princess through Jr. Teen: fitness outfit + athletic shoes
  • · Teen & above: one or two-piece swimwear, or resort wear
  • · Permitted: sarongs, cover-ups, capes
  • · Not permitted: props, hats, sunglasses, bags, umbrellas
10%

Photoshoot Competition

Live 60-second on-camera shoot during the event

What Judges Evaluate

  • · Camera confidence and natural expression
  • · Energy and stage presence on camera
  • · Overall photogenic quality and personality

How It Works

  • · 60 seconds in front of camera during the event
  • · Judged live — not a submitted headshot
  • · Wear your most photogenic outfit
  • · Smile, move naturally, engage the camera

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