Describe your event.
The Ms. Petite International and Miss Petite Teen International Pageants provide a showcase for well-rounded single and married women from around the world, who each year compete for two International crowns.

How many divisions are included and what are their age ranges?
Petite International Pageants are open to women between the ages of 13 and 29, single or married, There are two divisions: Teen, ages 13-18, and Ms., ages 19-29.

How does someone qualify to compete in your envents?
Each year, contestants compete in individual state or country pageants, with the winners advancing to the international pageant each summer. For states and countries that do not host local pageants, we accept contestants by photo applications, which are subject to voting and approval by the executive staff of Petite International Pageants.

What are your judging criteria?
We are not just looking for beauty, poise, and sophistication, but an all-around winner with the overall package: poise, personality, intelligence, and beauty. In the private interviews, the judges want to get to know the contestant and her opinions on certain issues as well as how she can represent those opinions with facts and support. In the Swimsuit competition (Ms.), the judges look for poise, confidence, and grace, as well as physical fitness and how well her swimsuit complements her shape and coloring. In the Sportswear competition (Teen), the contestant is judged on good modeling techniques, as well as how her outfit selection fits her personality. In the Evening Gown competition, the contestant is judged on her elegance and sophistication, as well as a how well her gown fits and complements her skin tone. In the On-stage Interview, the contestant is judged on how well she handles the question and can articulate and support her answer. The judging itself is conducted by a team of diverse, professional judges from all walks of life — many in the fashion, pageant, and entertainment industries. Our judging process is meticulously monitored to assure privacy, fairness, and professionalism at all times. All scores are available to all contestants and directors following the pageant.

Are all competitions required or are there optional events?
Private interview and evening gown competitions are required of all contestants. Teen contestants compete in Sportswear, while Ms. contestants compete in Swimwear. The On-stage Interview round only applies to contestants who reach the finals.

What can your delegates expect to learn?
Petite International Pageants contestants can expect to nurture and expand upon the personal inner and external strengths that will empower them for years to come, as well as to gain poise, self-confidence, and valuable communication skills needed to carry out their missions successfully.

Does your event support any particular values, social concerns, or non-profit program?
We encourage our contestants to make a strong commitment to a healthy lifestyle, including fitness and nutrition; to demonstrate care and concern for others; and to become involved in their local communities and charitable organizations.

Why do you feel competitive events are important for participants?
Pageants motivate contestants to strive to be their personal best and focus their time working toward a goal.

Why do you enjoy being a part of the competition event industry?
Pageant participation provides young women with opportunity and personal growth, and promotes positive attitudes and education.