THE WAIT IS OVER! ✨
The road to the Miss Great Lakes begins NOW!
Our 2027 competition will be held November 14, 2026, and applications are officially OPEN!
We are an open competition (live, work full-time, or attend school in Illinois).
Whether you are a first time competitor or returner, we want YOU!
Click "Become a contestant" to get started!
Have questions? Reach out to us!
Will we see you on the Great Lakes stage?
Exciting News!
Miss Cornerstone of Illinois is now the Miss Great Lakes Scholarship Program! As an official local organization of the Miss Illinois Scholarship Program, we are excited to continue providing scholarship opportunities while empowering young women through leadership, service, and personal growth.
Miss Great Lakes is an OPEN competition!
Miss Cornerstone
of Illinois
Lily Troyan
Miss Cornerstone
of Illinois' Teen
Isabella Massimo
Why Participate?
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Earn scholarship opportunities to support your college or graduate education
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Serve as a role model in your community
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Form lasting friendships with driven, like-minded women
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Strengthen your public speaking and interview skills
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Gain valuable experience and develop life skills
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Winners receive scholarships toward tuition for college/grad school
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Expand your professional network and mentorship connections
Get In Touch
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