MISS ARKANSAS DELTA STATE FINALS

RULES & REGULATIONS

🎟️ ELIGIBILITY

  • Contestants must have won or been appointed a preliminary title for the current pageant year.
  • The pageant is open to all ages and divisions.
  • Contestants must compete in the correct age division based on pageant guidelines.
  • Good sportsmanship is required at all times.

💰 REGISTRATION & FUNDRAISING

  • There is no traditional entry fee for State Finals.
  • Each contestant is required to meet the minimum fundraising requirement of $300 set by the organization. 
  • Fundraising deadlines must be met:
    • Early Deadline: July 1
    • Final Deadline: August 1

👗 COMPETITION PHASES

Ages Baby Miss – Petite Miss:

  • Fun Fashion
  • Evening Gown / Beauty

PreTeen Miss – Ms., Elite Ms., Elegant Ms., Senior Ms.:

  • Private Interview (Teen-Junior-Miss)
  • Fun Fashion
  • Evening Gown
  • On-Stage Question (asked during Evening Gown)

💄 ATTIRE & APPEARANCE

  • Age-appropriate attire is required in all divisions.
  • Fun Fashion may be off-the-rack or custom.
  • Evening Gown should reflect elegance and confidence.
  • Hair and makeup should enhance natural beauty and remain appropriate for age division.
  • Judges are looking for overall presentation, not just wardrobe.

📸 PHOTOGENIC

  • Photogenic entries are optional.
  • Headshot photos are highly recommended.
  • Photos should be recent (within one year) and resemble the contestant.
  • Winners are chosen based on photograph quality, personality, and overall appearance.

🏆 AWARDS

Each division will receive:

  • Queen
  • 1st Alternate
  • 2nd Alternate
  • Most Photogenic
  • Most Beautiful
  • Best Dressed
  • Prettiest Hair
  • Prettiest Eyes
  • Prettiest Smile
  • People’s Choice

  • Philanthropy Queen Award (highest fundraiser funds collected)

🎤 INTERVIEW (if applicable)

  • Interviews are 3–5 minutes per contestant.
  • Judges will ask 2–3 questions.
  • Contestants should present themselves with confidence, personality, and professionalism.

⚖️ JUDGING

Judging is based on:

  • Confidence & Stage Presence
  • Personality & Communication
  • Overall Appearance
  • Poise & Presentation

Judges’ decisions are final.

📱 CONDUCT & SPORTSMANSHIP

  • Contestants, parents, and guests must demonstrate respect and professionalism at all times.
  • Unsportsmanlike behavior may result in disqualification.
  • No negative comments about contestants, judges, or the organization will be tolerated.

📍 EVENT DETAILS

  • Contestants must arrive on time and fully prepared.
  • A detailed schedule can be found here.
  • Dressing room etiquette must be respected at all times.

🎟️ PEOPLE’S CHOICE

  • People’s Choice is based on votes totals.
  • The winner in each division will receive a crown and sash.

📸 MEDIA RELEASE

  • By competing, contestants agree to allow Miss Arkansas Delta to use photos and videos for promotional purposes.

⚠️ FINAL NOTES

  • All rules are subject to change at the discretion of the organization.
  • Participation confirms agreement to all rules and guidelines.