Miss Eligibility Requirements The Miss Alaska Scholarship Foundation/Miss America Scholarship Program is a wonderful way for young women to raise scholarship dollars and further develop as strong, confident women. Below are some of the eligibility requirements to participate. To compete, you must: Be a United States citizen Alaska residency status meeting one of the following… – Resident of Alaska for 6 months - Full time employee in Alaska for 6 months – Full time college student in Alaska with one semester completed – Full time college student in another state with permanent residence in Alaska. Between the ages of 17 and 24 High School graduate or GED by June 30th of the year competing Never been married or pregnant Never convicted of a crime Always been a female Personal involvement with a community/social issue, referred to as “your platform” Perform a 90 second talent Please review the Miss America Contestant Contract for additional eligibility requirements