Application Fee $50.00, nonrefundable. If accepted into the program the fee is deducted from the registration fee.Registration Details- Standard Registration: $350, payable in three installments between January 1 and March 1, 2026.- Early Bird Registration: $250, if paid in full by January 1, 2026.Registration Fee IncludesPageant participation and workshopsWelcome Reception and Scholarship BrunchOfficial T-shirt and Souvenir Program BookletFull-page ad in the Dreams Fulfilled Gala bookletContestant ticket and transportation to the GalaProfessional pageant headshotsLodging and personal transportation are not included and remain the responsibility of the contestant’s parentor guardian. (Washington, DC trip offered to MSJ Contestants)All registration fees are non-refundable. Contestants are encouraged to seek sponsorships or fundraisingindividually.The final registration payment deadline is March 1, 2026. All fees must be paid in full, or approved paymentarrangements maintained, by this date. Failure to meet this deadline will result in removal from the program,and no refunds will be issued.