America’s Next Top Model is back for its 13th cycle — and this time short gals from across the country are breaking out! On the new season of Tyra Banks’ hit CW fashion competition is breaking the mold by offering 14 girls below the industry standard of 5′7″ a shot at being crowned “America’s Next Petite Top Model.”

Contestant Pics After The Jump!

Check out the photos and bios of the stunning shorties who will be hitting the runway when Top Model returns to The CW on Wednesday, Sept. 9 @ 8PM.