There is no fee to enter the Miss California International. The organizer and sponsors covered all expenses.

There are basically just three conditions to qualify: age, marital status, and geographical region. Our participants must live in United States, between 18 and 28 years of age, and single.

The finalists will meet with organizers and event sponsors at a VIP Reception prior to the show. The actual stage performance has four acts: the teaser, the choreography, the solo walk, and the interview. Ten judges will evaluate the finalists' performances and choose Miss California International, First Runner-Up, and Second Runner-Up. The finalists themselves will choose Miss Congeniality. Miss People's Choice will be determined through interactive online voting. Miss AI will be selected by an AI algorithm.

Participants receive professional hair & make-up at absolutely no cost as a courtesy of Miss California International organizer and sponsors. The finalists get to shine on stage in designer gowns, by admired fashion designers who are highly acclaimed in such fashion hubs as LA, San Francisco, and beyond.

The first-place winner receives a gift package valued at $10,000+ that includes a custom jewelry set from Sharif Fine Jewelers, a certificate for a luxury limo ride courtesy of Baylight Limo & Private Transportation, an exclusive interview on the California Live Podcast, a professional photo shoot, coverage in New Times Magazine, and other prestigious print and online publications, gift certificates to upscale restaurants, and invitations to prestigious local and international events. Additional prizes will be added to the package closer to the show.

The 10 finalists get on a six weeks training program to get ready for the show. They meet with professional choreographers and pageant coaches once a week. Ladies learn unique communication skills and stage techniques that help them feel beautiful and confident on stage and in everyday life.