MANILA - Maxine Medina will be the country's bet to this year's Miss Universe pageant, succeeding Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach.

Medina was crowned Miss Universe-Philippines early Monday at the Araneta Coliseum at the conclusion of this year's Binibining Pilipinas pageant.

Also crowned were: Nicole Versoza (Binibining Pilipinas-International), Jennifer Hammond (Binibining Pilipinas-Intercontinental), Joanna Eden (Binibining Pilipinas-Supranational), Nicole Cordoves (Binibining Pilipinas-Grand International) and Nichole Manalo (Binibining Pilipinas-Globe).

Angelica Alita was named first runner-up, while Jehza Huelar was second runner-up.

Medina, a 25-year-old interior designer, has been modelling since 2008.

In the question and answer portion, ABS-CBN executive Cory Vidanes asked Medina what she can advise a 15-year-old girl who wants to stop studying.

"I would tell the little girl to study hard no matter what their parents would tell them because having an education is something that cannot have anybody else. Education can make you even a better person," Medina said.

Here are the complete list of winners:

Top 15:

Kylie Versoza
Vina Openiano
Riana Pangindian
Angelica Alita
Apriel Smith
Roshiela Tobias
Kimberle Penchon
Joanna Eden
Maxine Medina
Dindi Pajares
Jennifer Hammond
Nicole Cordoves
Jehza Huelar
Nichole Manalo
Edjelyn Gamboa

Special Awards:

Binibining Friendship - Vina Openiano
Binibining Best in Talent - Vina Openiano
Face of Binibining Pilipinas 2016 - Kylie Versoza
Best in National Costume - Angela Fernando
Best in Long Gown- Jennifer Hammond
Miss Cream Silk - Nichole Manalo
Best in Swimsuit- Joanna Eden
Miss Fashionista- Kylie Versoza
Miss Philippine Airlines- Maxine Medina
Manila Bulletin Reader's Choice Award - Kylie Versoza