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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT TYPE OF REPRESENTATIVE IS SM LOOKING FOR?
Sovereign Miss is looking for a self-confident, sophisticated and poised individual who is eloquent and knowledgeable in conversation. We are looking for strong women of conviction who have that overall "it" factor.
We want the Sovereign Miss Competition to be more than an event where women can walk the stage in gown and crown. We want our winners to make a difference in the lives of others and in our country. Please take that into consideration before entering our pageant. We are relevant because you are!
DEFINE SOVEREIGN
A Sovereign is a Queen/King. A person who reigns over a kingdom or an empire. a person who possesses preeminent position or power. A Sovereign is addressed as "your majesty". The overall high-point score is the Royal American Sovereign.
WHAT DOES "HM" STAND FOR?
"HM" in royalty terms stands for "Her Majesty". This abbreviation will only be used by the American Sovereign title-holder.
WHAT DOES "HRH" STAND FOR?
"HRH" stands for "Her Royal Highness". This abbreviation is reserved for the Aristocracy. (Division Winners).
WHAT IS THE CONCEPT OF THE AMERICAN SOVEREIGN COMPETITION?
SM's concept is simple. There is rank in royalty. HM, The Sovereign reigns over the Aristocracy and the Nobility. The Regent will take the absent throne until the Inaugural Sovereign is crowned. (See glossary for definitions).
IS THIS A SPECIALTY PAGEANT?
No. It is a traditional pageant. If you are 16 or older and are size 14 or greater, we joyfully recommend you visit the Miss Plus America Pageant website at www.missplusamerica.com. The Sovereign Miss pageant is a traditional pageant for women sizes 12 and under.
IS THIS A NATIONAL PAGEANT?
Yes. The Regent title is a national title.
DO I HAVE REPRESENT A STATE TO ENTER?
No. Since there will be only one Regent, all delegates who enter will be listed by contestant number.
DO I HAVE TO SHOW PROOF OF RESIDENCY OR QUALIFYING PAPERWORK TO COMPETE?
Yes, if requested.
IS THERE AN ENTRY FEE?
Yes. As with most pageants, SM is self-sufficient. This means the pageant and prizes are paid for by the entry-fees collected from delegates.
WHAT IS THE REGENT ENTRY FEE?
SM's entry fee is $150.00
DO I HAVE TO PAY A REGISTRATION FEE?
Yes. A fee of $50 is required to hold your national title. This amount is counted towards your total balance.
ARE THERE ANY ANCILLARY CHARGES NOT INCLUDED IN THE ENTRY FEE?
No.
IS THERE A DISCOUNT TO THE 2025 INAUGURAL PAGEANT IF I ENTER THE REGENT ONLINE SEARCH?
Yes. Contestants who enter the Regent Online Search and pay in full, will receive $150 off of the 2025 Inaugural pageant.
DO YOU OFFER PAYMENT PLANS?
Yes. The National Office will work with you to create an agreeable payment plan if needed.
ARE THERE REFUNDS?
No. There are no refunds. As mentioned above, SM is a self-sufficient pageant. All fees are dedicated to prize, hotel, etc. Because of this, there are no refunds under any circumstances. Applying to be a contestant in the pageant denotes understanding of this rule.
IS THE NATIONAL CROWN DESIGN EXCLUSIVE TO THE SOVEREIGN MISS COMPETITION?
YES!
HOW TALL IS THE SOVEREIGN MISS NATIONAL CROWN?
6 Inches on an adjustable base.
IS THE REGENT CROWN THE SAME AS THE INAUGURAL SOVEREIGN CROWN?
Yes.
IS A CROWN AND SASH INCLUDED IN THE REGENT ENTRY FEE?
No. Since this is an online pageant with no state titles offered, a crown/sash will not be offered for the Regent online search.
WHEN WILL MY PHOTO BE PLACED ON THE WEBSITE AS A CONTESTANT?
Your photo will be placed on the website when your entry fees are paid in full.
WHAT IS THE PHOTO REQUIREMENT FOR THE WEBSITE?
high resolution .png, .jpg, .bmp is a must. All photos must be in color. Head and shoulder photos are required. Headshots with a crown on will not be accepted. A shared folder link will be provided once fees are paid in full.
DO I HAVE TO MAKE APPEARANCES?
As a contestant in the Regent Online Search, appearances are not required. If you win the Regent title, as a brand ambassador, one appearance or more a month is required.
WILL THERE BE AN OVERALL WINNER?
Yes. This is considered the Sovereign Miss Regent.
WHAT ARE THE TITLES ASSOCIATED WITH THE SOVEREIGN MISS INAUGURAL PAGEANT?
Ages 16-19: HRH Teen American Sovereign
Ages 20-29: HRH Miss American Sovereign
ages 30-49: HRH Ms. American Sovereign
Ages 50 & up: HRH Royal Ms. American Sovereign
Overall Official Title: HM Royal American Sovereign*
DOES SM HAVE A MOTTO?
Yes. "Sovereign Miss: You Were Born to Reign."
IS THERE A CONDUCT CONTRACT?
Yes. The Conduct Contract must be read and acknowledged before the application is submitted.
HOW MANY JUDGES WILL THERE BE?
There will be 3-6 qualified judges judging the online pageant.
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