To compete you must—
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High school graduate before 2022 State competition.
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Between 17-25 years of age and no older than 25 years of age on December 31, 2022 (Miss America 2021).
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Never been married
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Be a U.S. citizen
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Want to earn scholarship dollars for college education
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Have a talent such as music, vocal, drama or dance
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Have a social impact statement to promote
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Meet character requirements as set forth by the Miss America Organization
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Be able to meet the time commitment and job responsibility as set forth