Geographic eligibility for local pageants

      Contestants must meet one of the requirements below:
    • RESIDENCY - resided in the local pageant franchise area for a minimum of six (6) months prior to entering a local preliminary pageant. Proof will be a New York's driver's license, auto registration, current lease, student ID card or any other official document establishing residency.

      OR

    • SCHOOL ATTENDANCE - completed at least one fulltime semester at a high school, community college or a four year college/university within the State of New York and must be currently enrolled as a fulltime student located within the franchise area or in accordance with the Miss New York nearest four year college rule. Proof will be evidence of registration, transcripts or other official documentation from the appropriate educational institution.

      OR

    • EMPLOYMENT - have been a fulltime employee of a firm located within the local pageant franchise area for a minimum of six (6) months prior to entering the local pageant. Must also be currently employed by a firm in the franchise area. Proof will be a letter from the contestant's employer.