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About Universal Miss Nationals
Universal Miss is one of the newest and fastest growing National scholarship competitions. Now beginning it's 3rd season Universal Miss "UM" is now is over 30 states with many of those states having their own established state systems. Run by a team of the best in the industry, UM strives to bring the best out of each one of its competitors. This is simply done by following the pageant motto "Embrace You"! Each competitor has a set of unique qualities that create an atmosphere where the competition aspect of the organization takes a back seat to the discovering of your best self. Building confidence, friendships and finding positive people to enhance yourself as a whole.
The state season starts in January and ends in April. The National competition is held in Orlando, Florida and is a week long event that take pageantry to the NEXT LEVEL! It's a full family event hosting multiple parties, optional competitions and even includes a full day off for you and your family/friends to enjoy the magic of Orlando!
Age division are offered Baby through Mrs. with the cut off age for each division January 1st. Mandatory competition include Meet and Greet, Formal Wear, Open Fashion and Interview for ages 0-6 years, and Personal Introduction, Formal Wear, Open Fashion and Interview for ages 7+.
Our prize package is HUGE and even includes a PAID trip to NYC during NYFW where our Elite Eight get to walk the runways of New York during the most prestigious week in fashion.
The 2023 dates have been set for June 18-24, 2023 at the DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance of Universal Orlando.
The state season starts in January and ends in April. The National competition is held in Orlando, Florida and is a week long event that take pageantry to the NEXT LEVEL! It's a full family event hosting multiple parties, optional competitions and even includes a full day off for you and your family/friends to enjoy the magic of Orlando!
Age division are offered Baby through Mrs. with the cut off age for each division January 1st. Mandatory competition include Meet and Greet, Formal Wear, Open Fashion and Interview for ages 0-6 years, and Personal Introduction, Formal Wear, Open Fashion and Interview for ages 7+.
Our prize package is HUGE and even includes a PAID trip to NYC during NYFW where our Elite Eight get to walk the runways of New York during the most prestigious week in fashion.
The 2023 dates have been set for June 18-24, 2023 at the DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance of Universal Orlando.
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21 January 2024
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The best system out there!
23 July 2023
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The event was a perfect blend of glamour, talent, and empowering spirit that left me both captivated and inspired.
23 July 2023
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Title: A Journey of Growth and Empowerment at the Universal Miss Nationals S3 2023 Review: Competing in the Universal Miss Nationals S3 2023 as the 2023 Miss Bayou State Universal Mini Queen was an extraordinary journey that I will cherish forever. This event, held in the vibrant city of Orlando, Florida, was not only a platform to showcase my talent, poise, and personality, but it was also an unforgettable voyage of self-discovery and empowerment. From the moment I stepped onto the dazzling s Show more
28 June 2023
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What a fabulous week!! Season 3 was a blast! Everything ran smoothly, there was no question as to who needed to go where or when. Events ran on time. Stage, lights, and sound were also wonderful!
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Optional Runway/Fashion Model
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Onstage Question
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Personal Introduction
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Optional Talent
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Optional Photogenic
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Optional Top Model
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On-Stage Question
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Interview
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Staff of Universal Miss Nationals
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Katie Simmons
State Director, 2020 - Present
WELCOME BACK PACIFIC NORTHWEST STATE DIRECTOR KATIE SIMMONS! • • • Follow Washington Universal Miss & Oregon Universal Miss for upcoming competition dates! #UniversalMiss #MissIdaho #MissWashington #MissOregon #pageant
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Terry Stebly JeanneElise LaFontaine
State Director, 2020 - Present
WELCOME BACK LOUISIANA STATE DIRECTORS TERRY STEBLY & JEANNE-ELISE LAFONTAINE! • • • Follow Louisiana Universal Miss for upcoming competition dates!! #UniversalMiss #MissLouisiana
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Brittany Davis
State Director, 2021 - Present
DIRECTOR SPOTLIGHT! Meet MISSISSIPPI & ARKANSAS State Director Brittany Davis! • • • Follow Mississippi Universal Miss & Arkansas Universal Miss for upcoming competition dates! #UniversalMiss #MissMississippi #MissArkansas
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Darci Roe
State Director, 2020 - Present
WELCOME BACK TEXAS STATE DIRECTOR DARCI ROE! • • • Follow Texas Universal Miss for upcoming competition dates! #UniversalMiss #MissTexas #pageant
Rules of Universal Miss Nationals
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Are you allowed to have kids?
Both. We allow both contestants with and without children to compete.
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Who is allowed to compete?
Female
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What are the phases of competition?
Personal Introduction, Optional Photogenic, Onstage Question, Interview, Fun Fashion, Evening Gown, Optional Top Model, Optional Talent, Optional Spokesmodel, Optional Runway/Fashion Model, Fitness
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