The competition is hosted every two year. The contest is open to Asian women contestants from 13 to 27 years of age from the Far East, Southeast Asia, or the Indian subcontinent including, but not limited to, China, the Philippines, India, Vietnam, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Malaysia, Pakistan, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar (Burma) and other Asian ethnic groups.
Delegates must be a citizen of the United States of America, and a resident of the state of Texas for at least 3 months prior to the pageant; or have resided in the state of Texas as a full-time or part-time student.
Delegates must be between the ages of 13 to 27 years of age: candidates between the ages of 13 and 19 are qualified for the Miss Teen Asia World title, and candidates between the ages of 20 and 27 years old are qualified for the Miss Asia World title.
All qualified candidates will received opportunities to take part in Asia World Academy, combining “THE FOUR PILLARS” consisting of “Cultural Connectedness, Intellect, Self-Awareness, and Leadership Essential Traits,” where they can learn a vase scopes of life and career topics, from diverse panels of professionals, CEOs and professors, that will prepare them before they get on stage but also the skills they acquired can be carry on to the rest of their lives.
Not to mention, the winners will be awarded with scholarship money, cash, gifts, and to have an honor of representing the entire Asian nations.
They are evaluated according to several criteria :
- Swimsuit
- Traditional Outfits
- Evening Gown