Tiffany Andrade, 22, is a resident of Linden, New Jersey and a 2003 Graduate of Linden High School. She is also a recent graduate of Wagner College in Staten Island, New York with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. Throughout her undergraduate studies, Tiffany was a recognized student leader on campus. She was the Recruitment Vice President of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority as well as Senior Panhellenic Delegate and Music Chair. Some other activities she has been involved with include, Wagner College Fashion Show, Spanish Club, Peer Leader, and hip hop teacher at I.S 51 in Staten Island.

Tiffany characterizes herself as an outgoing, passionate, and loving person. She considers dance to be her passion and has been a trained dancer in ballet, jazz, and tap for over 15 years. Tiffany most recently mastered hip hop while performing with Wagner College’s dance team at football and basketball games for the past four years. In her spare time she enjoys boating, reading, baking, and horseback riding.

Tiffany is extremely passionate about working with children. She is currently a Registered Nurse in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center.   Tiffany has been actively involved with several charitable organizations such as the Ronald McDonald House, The Susan G. Komen Foundation that advocates for Breast Cancer Awareness. She is looking forward to spending the year spreading awareness and raising funds for breast and ovarian cancer.  

Tiffany’s future goals include having a family someday and she also hopes to become a Nurse Practitioner. Tiffany feels fortunate and honored to be representing the fabulous state of New Jersey at the Miss USA® pageant this spring!