How to Be a Contestant on "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire"

Meredith Vieira is the host of the syndicated "Who Wants to be a Millionaire."

As of 2011, the syndicated version of "Who Wants to Be A Millionaire" aired five times a week with host Meredith Vieira. The show holds regular auditions in New York, and open auditions in a handful of cities each year. Contestants have to be at least 18, a resident of the United States, and a person can only audition five times in a given year.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Time
• Knowledge (basic)
• Patience

1. Go to "Millionaire" website and click on the "auditions" tab. If they are looking for people, a drop down menu will list the days and times of the auditions. It will also link to a registration form.

2. Fill in and submit the registration form. If you are accepted for an audition, you will receive an email with the time and date. Print this email and take it to the audition. It is required to get into the actual audition.

3. Get to the audition site at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time to do the paperwork and validate your identity. Candidates are placed in groups at different tables, and everyone will receive a test plus a manila envelope. The envelope contains a number, which is how the show producers will identify you. They will ask you to put your name on the folder.

4. Take the test and finish it within the time established by the producers. The producers will tell you if you passed the test. If so, they will interview you and take your photo. Your name and photo goes on a contact list. You will not be assigned a show date at this time. If you do not pass, they will encourage you to come again and go to the auditioning process again.

Tips & Warnings

• Be prepared for a long wait at the auditions. If you leave the line, you will lose your place and you may not be able to go in at your audition time.

References

• Who Wants to be a Millionaire Auditions