Miss Virginia All American
Miss Virginia All American
Nicole Linder
Miss Virginia All American 2026
23 • Alexandria, VA
Nicole Linder is honored to serve as the inaugural Miss Virginia All American 2026. She recently earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The Catholic University of America and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Marquette University with the goal of becoming a child and adolescent counselor.
Nicole is passionate about mental health advocacy, using her own experiences to encourage others to seek help, embrace resilience, and remember they are never alone. Throughout her year, she hopes to visit schools and community organizations across Virginia to promote mental wellness, inspire confidence in young people, and leave every person she meets feeling seen, valued, and encouraged.
Outside of pageantry, Nicole enjoys mentoring the children she nannies, volunteering in her community, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. She is excited to represent Virginia while helping establish a lasting legacy for the Miss All American Organization.
Evening Gown
33%
Swimsuit
33%
Interview
33%
Evening Gown
33%
Swimsuit
33%
Interview
33%
The Three Of Competition
Evening Gown
(â…“ of Total Score)
The Evening Gown competition is the most elegant of our three scored categories. We love to see our contestants feeling confident in a beautiful gown of her choice that shows her personality through individual style and flair.Swimsuit
(â…“ of Total Score)
Miss contestants will take to the stage in a Swimsuit of their choice for this phase of competition. A healthy lifestyle is important for everyone, and we chose this phase of competition where confidence and charisma shine. This is a moment to embody strength and style…and show off all of those hours in the gym!
Interview
(â…“ of Total Score)
The Interview phase is your moment to let your personality and voice take center stage. It’s your chance to showcase confidence and share what you’re most passionate about with the judges.
Qualifications
