Answers to common questions about the competition.
Completely. No registration fee, no hidden costs. You sign up, build your profile, and compete.
Women 18 and older living anywhere in the U.S.
No. We're looking for authentic presence and individuals who know how to engage an audience — not resumes.
You'll create a profile and upload photos after registering. Nothing needs to be professional-grade. Just show up as yourself.
Once voting opens, you'll get a personal link. Share it with friends and family — they can cast one free vote per day or purchase vote bundles to support you more.
Contestants are placed in small groups. The top performers in each group advance to the next round. Final winners are chosen through a combination of public votes and review.
Winners earn a spot at QBN's Miami Swim Show during Miami Swim Week 2026, including roundtrip flights, a 4-night luxury hotel stay, ground transportation, a $250 meal allowance, and $1,000 in cash.
Yes. You can change your photo, bio, Instagram handle, and gallery at any time from your dashboard.
Share your voting link through texts, group chats, and social media. The more people who see your link, the more votes you'll receive. Every day is a new chance — free votes reset daily.
Reach out to the Miss USA team directly. We typically respond within 24 hours.
