Judging Criteria

Distinguished Young Women attracts outstanding participants who demonstrate excellence in all areas of their lives. At all levels, the judging standards and basis of selection are the same. They were devised to evaluate the qualities and characteristics in which our Program believes every young woman should strive to possess.

Scholastics - 25%

Scholastics is judged by a separate individual with a background in academics and scholastic evaluation. The Scholastics Judge considers each participant’s grade point average, standardized test scores, and curriculum.

Interview - 25%

In a 10 minute interview and discussion session, the Judges’ panel considers the following criteria: clarity of expression, mental alertness, perception, sense of values, human relations, educated responses, knowledge of current issues and events, and personality.

Talent - 20%

Each participant is allowed 90 seconds for her talent presentation. Judges consider the following criteria: technical ability, originality, appropriateness of selection, costume and stage presence.

Fitness -15%

The fitness portion of the program is to evaluate the participants overall conditioning during a choreographed fitness routine. Judges consider the following criteria: agility, coordination, strength, and stamina.

Self Expression - 15%

This portion of the program allows the Judges to evaluate the participants grace, demeanor, self-confidence and communication skills. Judges consider: poise, carriage, posture, composure, and communication ability.