Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.'s)
1. How Do I Sign Up?
Step 1: Register at International Junior Miss International Office
Step 2: Pay a minimum of 1/2 of your State Entry Fee. You may also sign up for any Optionals and/or pay your Miscellaneous fees
Step 3: Read our Delegate Handbook and stay tuned for our Information
Step 4: Enjoy the sisterhood of International Junior Miss!
2. How Much Does it Cost?
For our state pageant, your mandatory fees are $35 to Register at the International Office, $325 for the State Entry Fee, $35 for your opening number T-Shirt, and $50 for the Scholarship Fund.
Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. In addition, we have a variety of optional contests, you can learn more about them on our Judging Criteria Page.
3. Is IJM a Good First Pageant?
Yes, Yes, Yes!! Though International Junior Miss attracts seasoned pageant girls, it is the PERFECT pageant for the first time competitor too! Make sure you attend our informational meetings to learn more about wardrobe, interviews, and optional competitions. Can't make our meetings? We'll also have videos in our Delegate section from Internationals so you can see our actual contestents on stage! From Princess to Miss (4-24), first time contestents have won IJM State Titles and Internationals! No matter how you place, IJM will help you develope life skills in poise, personal presentation, and interview. And the best part are the friendships you will make. Don't be nervous, IJM is the perfect first pageant!
4. What are the International Fees?
A delegate that wins her title via a state pageant also wins her $495 entry fee paid to the International Finals. There is an International Package fee of three easy payments of $265 each. The International Package includes a full page feature in the program book, a complimentary copy of the program book, the $100 scholarship fee donation and a souvenir t-shirt.
5. Does IJM have a Non-Compete Clause?
At the state level, we do not have a non-compete clause in our delegate contracts. However, you must receive written permission prior to participating in any pageants to ensure no conflicts. We do not give permission to compete in any pageant that will inhibit a crowned state delegate to represent their title at the International Finals OR complete their reign as a state/international queen. You may not compete in any national level pageant between Jan 1, 2017 and our 2017 International Finals.
6. Is IJM a Glitz Pageant?
IJM is not a glitz pageant. We're a naturally polished pageant. We are looking for girls that are well put together, well spoken and confident. This is what IJM girls represent.
7. What are the makeup rules for girls ages 4-12?
Contestants ages 4 – 9 years are not allowed to wear make-up during interview competition. Only lip gloss will be permitted. Contestants ages 10 –12 may wear light natural make-up for Interview. All Jr Divisions (Ages 4-12) are allowed to wear light natural make-up under the harsh lights during stage competitions.
8. For Interview, is there a Resume or "All About Me" sheet?
There are no resumes or any type of sheet that is required to be turned in for the interview competition. The judges are just going to spend time having a pleasant conversation with each delegate to get to know them a little better. There are no political or religious questions that are asked. Because the interview will be about getting to know the delegate, there are no "wrong" answers.