If you are single, never married, never given birth to or have adopted a child, a United States citizen, a resident of the State of Connecticut, or are a full-time student in a Connecticut school, and you were born in the years 2006-1993, you are eligible to apply to be a Miss or a Teen Connecticut USA contestant for the calendar year 2020, to win the 2020 title.

No. There are no required height, weight or specific measurements that qualify you to compete. The selection committee is looking for body proportion, good physical health and personality.

The number of contestants varies each year. Contestants are selected based on area of representation, responses to the application questionnaire, and eligibility. You can nominate a contestant as well as apply.

After your photo and application is received, selected entries are reviewed by our committee, who will contact the applicants for a brief telephone interview. After your interview, the committee will consider your application. They will determine if they feel you would make a good candidate for the hometown title you would be eligible to represent. If you are accepted to participate in our organization, the registration materials will be sent to you.

Each contestant is responsible for paying a sponsorship fee, which covers the production of competition, meals during the event and all related activities. We will provide you with information to help secure sponsorship to cover the cost. You may elect to cover 100% of your fees through fundraising efforts.

Sponsorship can help defray the costs associated with entry fee, wardrobe, etc. Sponsors can include, but are not limited to your family, friends, local businesses, sororities, organizations and clubs, schools, etc. You may secure sponsors from anywhere in or out of state. Take this opportunity to perfect your communications skills. Many local businesses will be supportive when you share your goals with them. If selected, you will receive Official Contestant Paperwork to help secure sponsorship. It is possible to not incur any out of pocket expenses.

Not at all. It very important to select outfits that you feel confident in, that best suits your body type and personality. Your personal choice of a gown spans from simple to more elaborate. It is never the gown that the selection committee is scoring; it’s the young woman wearing it. We provide sponsors information to you as a resource. Ultimately it is your personal choice.

1/3 Interview, 1/3 Physical Fitness, 1/3 Evening Gown Interview-You will appear before the selection committee in a private setting for a three minute interview. The Selection Committee will use this opportunity to consider your personality, and overall presence. They will discuss items directly from your interview form that you previously completed. This is your chance to express your opinions, ability to communicate, and overall sense of self. You may be asked questions regarding your family, education, hobbies, occupation, community involvement, goals, like and dislikes. ALL Interviews are conversational. During the on stage interview competition, the Selection Committee os looking for the same qualities and also how you handle speaking in front of an audience. Swimsuit scores are assessed on overall physical fitness, beauty, poise and if you demonstrate a healthy lifestyle. Physical measurements are not considered. Evening Gown segment will focus on stage presence, confidence, elegance, poise, overall appearance, and sense of fashion and style.

Only Official Hair and Makeup Team is allowed in the dressing room or backstage during the competition. You will need to book an appointment and pay for these services. There will be chaperones in the dressing rooms to assist you with some of your wardrobe changes. We recommend you view You-Tube videos on the official Miss USA/Miss Universe channel for 'how-to' vidoes.

Tattoos and piercing are a statement of your individuality, and it is up to you whether you choose to show them. If you feel that it may be offensive, you may want to cover it.

There are certain responsibilities that accompany the privilege of becoming a state USA titleholder. We understand the importance of school and family and will make every effort to schedule appearances around those priorities. Appearances includes speaking engagements, modeling, charity events, galas, trade shows, etc. The biggest commitment is your responsibility to represent our state in the national MISS USA or MISS TEEN USA pageant. This can vary from a one to three week trip.