2027 REGISTRATION TERMS & CONDITIONS
MISS INDIANA USA® & MISS INDIANA TEEN USA®
Produced by Empower2 Productions, LLC
Event Dates: April 23–25, 2027
Host Competition Venue Location: Mt. Vernon High School, Fortville, Indiana
By submitting a registration payment, the applicant and, when applicable, her parent or legal guardian acknowledge and agree to the following Registration Terms & Conditions.
1. REGISTRATION & PARTICIPATION
Registration provides an eligible delegate the opportunity to participate in the 2027 Miss Indiana USA® or Miss Indiana Teen USA® state competition, subject to the requirements and policies established by Empower2 Productions, LLC and the applicable national pageant organization.
Registration includes participation in the official state competition, scheduled delegate activities, and access to designated delegate resources and communications.
Registration does not guarantee a particular local title, competition placement, award, scholarship, or advancement to the national competition.
All applications and registrations remain subject to eligibility verification, completion of required documentation, and compliance with applicable competition rules.
Empower2 Productions, LLC reserves the right to decline or revoke participation when an applicant fails to satisfy applicable eligibility requirements or materially violates established competition policies, subject to applicable law.
2. REGISTRATION FEES & PAYMENT TERMS
Early Registration Special — Through December 1, 2026
The early registration fee is $1,095 for applicants who complete registration or secure the applicable early registration rate by December 1, 2026.
Standard Registration — Beginning December 2, 2026
The standard registration fee is $1,295.
Reservation Payment
Applicants may reserve their place by submitting an initial payment of $395.
For applicants who qualify for the early registration rate:
Total registration fee: $1,095
Initial reservation payment: $395
Remaining balance: $700
For applicants registering at the standard rate:
Total registration fee: $1,295
Initial reservation payment: $395
Remaining balance: $900
The initial reservation payment is credited toward the delegate's total registration fee and is not an additional charge.
Payment Deadline
All outstanding registration balances must be paid in full by April 01, 2027, unless a different payment arrangement has been approved in writing by Empower2 Productions, LLC.
Delegates are responsible for monitoring their payment balances and meeting all applicable deadlines.
Failure to complete payment by the established deadline may result in suspension of participation privileges or withdrawal from the competition, subject to applicable law and any written payment agreement.
Any payment plan or extension must be approved in writing. Verbal arrangements do not modify these terms.
3. REFUND & WITHDRAWAL POLICY
Registration fees, reservation payments, installment payments, and other amounts paid toward registration are non-refundable, except where a refund is required by applicable law or expressly provided under these terms.
This policy applies when a delegate voluntarily withdraws, decides not to compete, fails to complete required documentation, becomes ineligible, or is disqualified for a violation of applicable competition rules.
Payments already received are not transferable to another individual, competition year, or state competition without prior written approval from Empower2 Productions, LLC.
A delegate who withdraws must notify Empower2 Productions, LLC in writing as soon as possible.
Withdrawal does not automatically eliminate an outstanding payment obligation under an agreed payment arrangement. Any remaining obligation will be determined under the applicable registration agreement and law.
Event Cancellation
If Empower2 Productions, LLC cancels the competition without offering a rescheduled competition or comparable participation opportunity, affected delegates will receive a refund of registration fees paid for the canceled competition, excluding any amounts already refunded.
Refunds will be processed to the original payment method whenever practicable.
This section does not limit any rights or remedies available under applicable law.
4. ELIGIBILITY & VERIFICATION
All delegates must satisfy the official eligibility requirements established for the 2027 Miss Indiana USA® or Miss Indiana Teen USA® competition.
Eligibility requirements may include, as applicable:
Age and division qualifications.
United States citizenship.
Indiana residency, qualifying education, or qualifying employment.
Marital, parental, and pregnancy-related requirements applicable to the Teen division.
Compliance with national competition eligibility and participation rules.
Submission of satisfactory documentation supporting eligibility.
Delegates may be required to provide identification, proof of citizenship, proof of residency or other state qualification, and additional supporting documentation.
Submission of payment does not override eligibility requirements or constitute final confirmation of eligibility.
If an applicant is determined to be ineligible, the refund and withdrawal provisions of these terms will apply, subject to applicable law.
The official 2027 eligibility rules and governing competition documents control in the event of a conflict with general eligibility information published on the website.
5. DELEGATE RESPONSIBILITIES & CODE OF CONDUCT
By registering, delegates agree to comply with all applicable competition policies and instructions communicated by Empower2 Productions, LLC.
These responsibilities include:
Completing and submitting required applications, forms, agreements, photographs, and other materials by published deadlines.
Reviewing the official Delegate Handbook and applicable competition rules.
Attending mandatory competition activities, rehearsals, interviews, and scheduled appearances.
Following instructions from authorized pageant staff and production personnel.
Maintaining professional, respectful, and appropriate conduct toward fellow delegates, staff, judges, volunteers, sponsors, and guests.
Providing accurate information throughout the application and registration process.
Complying with applicable photography, publicity, media, and social media policies contained in separately executed agreements.
Participation in optional activities and community service opportunities is encouraged but does not replace required competition obligations.
Delegates are responsible for their own travel, lodging, wardrobe, personal services, and other individual expenses unless a particular benefit is expressly included in the registration package or confirmed in writing.
A parent or legal guardian must complete or approve documents requiring parental authorization for a minor delegate.
Material violations of competition rules or conduct requirements may result in disciplinary action, including removal from the competition, consistent with applicable agreements and law.
6. EVENT SCHEDULE, CHANGES & CANCELLATION
The 2027 Miss Indiana USA® and Miss Indiana Teen USA® competitions are scheduled for April 24–25, 2027, at Mt. Vernon High School in Fortville, Indiana.
Empower2 Productions, LLC may make reasonable adjustments to event schedules, rehearsal times, competition activities, production arrangements, or venues when necessary for operational, safety, or other legitimate event-related reasons.
Delegates will be notified of material changes through official communication channels.
If the competition is postponed, registration payments will ordinarily be applied to the rescheduled competition, subject to applicable law and any refund rights arising from the circumstances.
If the competition is canceled, the cancellation and refund provisions in Section 3 will apply.
Empower2 Productions, LLC is not responsible for delegates' independently purchased travel, accommodations, wardrobe, or other third-party expenses, except where responsibility is imposed by applicable law.
7. PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION & BILLING QUESTIONS
All registration payments are collected on behalf of Empower2 Productions, LLC, the official producer of the Miss Indiana USA® and Miss Indiana Teen USA® state competitions.
Payments may be processed through authorized third-party payment providers, including Stripe, PayPal, or other payment methods made available at checkout.
The billing descriptor appearing on a bank or credit card statement may identify Empower2 Productions, LLC or an associated payment descriptor.
By submitting payment, the purchaser authorizes the transaction for the amount displayed at checkout, including any clearly disclosed and applicable additional charges.
Any processing or handling fee must be disclosed before the purchaser completes the transaction.
Purchasers with questions about a payment, duplicate transaction, incorrect charge, or outstanding balance are encouraged to contact Empower2 Productions, LLC promptly so the matter can be reviewed and resolved.
Nothing in these terms waives a purchaser's rights to dispute unauthorized or incorrect transactions under applicable law or payment network rules.
8. ACKNOWLEDGMENT & ACCEPTANCE
By completing checkout and selecting the required acknowledgment checkbox, the purchaser confirms that:
They have reviewed and agree to these Registration Terms & Conditions.
They understand the applicable registration fee, payment obligations, and deadlines.
They understand the refund and withdrawal policy.
They understand that participation is subject to eligibility verification and compliance with competition rules.
They are authorized to submit the payment.
For delegates under 18 years of age, the parent or legal guardian responsible for registration and payment must review and accept these terms.
Empower2 Productions, LLC
Official State Pageant Producer
Miss Indiana USA® | Miss Indiana Teen USA®
Effective Date: November 01, 2026