Ready to take the stage? We’re looking for driven, community-minded young women who are ready to make a difference — and have a little fun while doing it. Follow the steps below to get started! 

Compete

Eligibility 

To become a participant for Miss Austin or Miss Austin's Teen, you must meet all criteria as shown below (starting July 2025):

  • Miss America: Delegates must be no older than 28 years of age as of September 30, 2026

  • Miss America’s Teen: Delegates must be no younger than 14 or no older than 18 as of September 1, 2026

  • Be a United States Citizen

  • Be a natural-born female

  • Meet residency requirements for competing in your city or state

Step 1: Register with Miss America

All young women competing for TEEN or MISS must first register directly with the Miss America Organization.

  • Club America membership is $49.99 per year and will automatically renew annually unless you cancel. All payments are processed securely with bank-level encryption to protect your information.

  • If you select the Teen Division, you’ll see a few extra questions. Be sure to indicate whether the contestant is 17 or younger; this ensures the correct delegate agreement is sent to the applicant and/or their parent or guardian.

  • Once you complete the membership application, you’ll receive a confirmation email with next steps, helpful resources, and access to our exclusive membership community.

Step 2: Fill Out Your Agreements

After paying your fee to Miss America, you should receive a text message and two emails:

  • If you need help filling out the agreement or have any questions, please send an email to info@missaustin.org.

  • If you need help filling out the agreement or have any questions, please send an email to info@missaustin.org.

Step 3: Register for Miss Austin Local

Visit the link below and select TEXAS, then the Miss Austin/Miss Austin’s Teen Competition:

  • Click the button below to register.

  • Please take a screenshot of the confirmation page once you have completed it.

Step 4: Pay the Local Registration Fee

Please pay the Miss Austin Local Competition fee of $50. Price will raise to $100 on September 1, 2025.