College Program Questions Thread Pt 2

[DeeCee735]

Hi all. I've been a Disboard member for awhile. Been a WDW fanatic since I can remember. I've got twins - 19 years old. One is a Math Ed major, the other a Hotel/Resort Management major - attending separate colleges. They just finished their first year! Yeah!

I am interested in finding out as much as I possibly can about the Disney College Program specifically for my son - the Hotel/Resort Mgmt major - if not for both of my kids, and I really don't know where to start. I don't see much information on the collegeprogram website for parents, so I'm going to post here.

I'm going to start at square one:

What's the difference between the "college program", and the "career start program"?
Is there a difference between the CP and an internship? If so, what?

What if the college presentations are not given at the college my son is attending? (I once saw a list and his school wasn't on it, although a S.U.N.Y. close by was) He attends S.U.N.Y. Delhi in upstate NY.

If his college doesn't host the Disney presentation does that mean they don't except any credits he earns there? Can he still apply and attend the CP?

When do the presentations come around for a Spring 09 program? When would he apply?

What type of criteria does a student have to meet to be considered for the program? GPA, extra curricular, etc? I see talk on the boards about interviews, this is part of being accepted? How long is the interview, where does it take place? Do you have to go down to FLA for the interview or can it be done over the phone or at the students college?

What is the minimum GPA accepted? He is a struggling student who had special services in high school and chose not to have special services in college (he's really trying to do it himself).

Does time spent in the CP count as credits to college, or does a student have to attend classes while there? If so, do all colleges accept those credits?

Is it worth it for an education major to do the program? My daughter is interested but isn't sure how it will benefit her as a math ed major.

If the student isn't accepted into the program the first time he tries can he reapply for the following semester, and on and on?

That's it for now, I'm sure I'll have so many more questions. Any answers any of you can provide would be very much appreciated.

 

[Joanna71985]

Hi all. I've been a Disboard member for awhile. Been a WDW fanatic since I can remember. I've got twins - 19 years old. One is a Math Ed major, the other a Hotel/Resort Management major - attending separate colleges. They just finished their first year! Yeah!

I am interested in finding out as much as I possibly can about the Disney College Program specifically for my son - the Hotel/Resort Mgmt major - if not for both of my kids, and I really don't know where to start. I don't see much information on the collegeprogram website for parents, so I'm going to post here.

I'm going to start at square one:

What's the difference between the "college program", and the "career start program"?
Is there a difference between the CP and an internship? If so, what?

What if the college presentations are not given at the college my son is attending? (I once saw a list and his school wasn't on it, although a S.U.N.Y. close by was) He attends S.U.N.Y. Delhi in upstate NY.

If his college doesn't host the Disney presentation does that mean they don't except any credits he earns there? Can he still apply and attend the CP?

When do the presentations come around for a Spring 09 program? When would he apply?

What type of criteria does a student have to meet to be considered for the program? GPA, extra curricular, etc? I see talk on the boards about interviews, this is part of being accepted? How long is the interview, where does it take place? Do you have to go down to FLA for the interview or can it be done over the phone or at the students college?

What is the minimum GPA accepted? He is a struggling student who had special services in high school and chose not to have special services in college (he's really trying to do it himself).

Does time spent in the CP count as credits to college, or does a student have to attend classes while there? If so, do all colleges accept those credits?

Is it worth it for an education major to do the program? My daughter is interested but isn't sure how it will benefit her as a math ed major.

If the student isn't accepted into the program the first time he tries can he reapply for the following semester, and on and on?

That's it for now, I'm sure I'll have so many more questions. Any answers any of you can provide would be very much appreciated.

1) the College Program is for people in college. The only requirement is that you are at least 18, and completed at least 1 semester. The CS is for people out of HS.

2) You can view the presentation online (the E-Presentation). Then you just call to set up an interview.

3) It doesn't matter. I know people who have done the CP without credits. Also, you may still be able to get credit even if the school doesn't host the CP.

4) Disney will start recruiting for Spring 2009 in late Sept/early Oct.

5) The only requirements for the CP are: at least 18, completed one semester, is a current student (PT/FT), is in good standing with the school, and has a good personal record.

6) It varies by school, but usually is it a 2.0 GPA.

7) It can. People can get credits for doing the CP. I have.

8) Yes. It is worth it for every major.

9) Yes. You can retry if not accepted the first time.

 

[DeeCee735]

Thank you so much for all those answers! That was quick. One more question, if my kids do the e-presentation , can they also attend the college presentations?

 

[Joanna71985]

Thank you so much for all those answers! That was quick. One more question, if my kids do the e-presentation , can they also attend the college presentations?

If they want to. But you only need one to apply.

 

[cprelaxin36]

I have a question and hopefully it hasn't been answered or asked

whats the deal with the CP CM discount? I've read instances with 40 to 50 percent off disney resorts but what about everything else?

 

[meederman]

Hey I just curious how does food discount work?

And dose it work for

Rainforest Cafe, Crystal Palace, Boma or Le cellier Steakhouse?

 

[Joanna71985]

I have a question and hopefully it hasn't been answered or asked

whats the deal with the CP CM discount? I've read instances with 40 to 50 percent off disney resorts but what about everything else?

Resort discount- it varies by time of year (and also if the CM stays there), but it usually is 50% off.

Merchandise and dining- 20% off. Dining depends on the restaurant.

Hey I just curious how does food discount work?

And dose it work for

Rainforest Cafe, Crystal Palace, Boma or Le cellier Steakhouse?

The dining discount is 20% off. It is for just about all table-service restaurants, and a few counter-service ones. Some of them have time restrictions.

For your examples: Rainforest, No; Crystal Palace, Yes; Le Cellier, Yes.

 

[Traveliz]

Resort discount- it varies by time of year (and also if the CM stays there), but it usually is 50% off.

Merchandise and dining- 20% off. Dining depends on the restaurant.



The dining discount is 20% off. It is for just about all table-service restaurants, and a few counter-service ones. Some of them have time restrictions.

For your examples: Rainforest, No; Crystal Palace, Yes; Le Cellier, Yes.

No Disney CM discount at the Rainforest but apparently they have their own for CMs - we were there in May and made a mention of the fact that my daughter was headed to work in AK after lunch and they said they have the CM discount there - she did have to show her ID and it was 20%.

Also lots of different offsite restaurants and businesses have CM discounts of their own so its always worth asking.

Liz

 

[jen22va]

I just got my letter today!!!!! I got accepted for Fall '08 in Attractions!!!!! Ahhhh, I'm so freakin excited!!!! Now the wait for August begins...

 

[LEXI24]

I just got my letter today!!!!! I got accepted for Fall '08 in Attractions!!!!! Ahhhh, I'm so freakin excited!!!! Now the wait for August begins...

congratulations!! I'm going on june 18.

 

[DisneyL8T]

I just got my letter today too! I got role hopper! Has anyone done this role so I can know what to expect? Also, I was hoping to room with a friend of mine who already accepted for Aug. 13th. When I went to check the dates that are available for me, the only one available was Sept. 9th. Does anyone know if there are ways to switch dates of someone who's already been accepted or any possibility that the Aug 13th date might become available again? Thanks!

 

[meederman]

When I am in the program does Disney offer other discounts to other theme parks like universal Or bush gardens?

Are the classes like marketing you worth taking?

 

[DisneyJersey]

When I am in the program does Disney offer other discounts to other theme parks like universal Or bush gardens?

Are the classes like marketing you worth taking?

disney DOES NOT offer discounts.. they are both competitors of Disney. Marketing you is a class worth taking, if you want help on interviews, and so forth.

 

[krysimarie04]

I'm doing the program right now. I'm in Epcot doing F&B QSR. Which I thought was really strange that they put me there because of a tattoo I have on my wrist. Well, it was brought to my attention today that it's not allowed. So what do I do? I haven't officially started working yet. Just training. Who do I need to contact in order to switch roles?

I wouldn't let it stress you out too much. I have 8 tattoos and have always been able to cover them for every job I've had. I had 5 of them when I did my CP in 06, and one of them was on my wrist! I was a character attendant so i always had to wear pants because of a tattoo on my ankle... and boy let me tell you, the summers were BRUTAL haha. Anyway, I just wore a watch on that wrist. (We had to wear watches, anyway...) But try and do that. As long as it's not obviously visible, they really won't say anything. Mine still showed a little bit but the majority of it was covered. It's basically just a rule so the GUESTS don't see it.

 

[M.I.C.]

Has anyone done Attractions before? If so how was it and can you give a brief description of it cuz I can't seem to find much info on that role.

 

[LEXI24]

Hey, I have a quick question. They say that I'm going to work in QF&B but they didn't told me were exactly. Its possible to know were you going to work?

 

[Sehsun]

Hey, I have a quick question. They say that I'm going to work in QF&B but they didn't told me were exactly. Its possible to know were you going to work?

They will let you know on the 2nd day of check-in.

 

[Joanna71985]

I just got my letter today!!!!! I got accepted for Fall '08 in Attractions!!!!! Ahhhh, I'm so freakin excited!!!! Now the wait for August begins...

Congrats!!

Hey, I have a quick question. They say that I'm going to work in QF&B but they didn't told me were exactly. Its possible to know were you going to work?

You find out your area on Day 2, and you find out your exact location in training. For example: I am doing QSFB too. I found out I was working Main Street North on Day 2, but I didn't find out that I was working at Casey's til training.

 

[kandeebunny]

Oh Joanna- Keeper of all Disney CP Knowledge, I have a question for you (well 2 really!)

1) When do we get fitted for our costume?

2) When do we find out what shoes we need to purchase?

I am only wondering due to the fact that actual location isn't found out until training!

Thank you and I hope you are enjoying Casey's!

 

[Joanna71985]

Oh Joanna- Keeper of all Disney CP Knowledge, I have a question for you (well 2 really!)

1) When do we get fitted for our costume?

2) When do we find out what shoes we need to purchase?

I am only wondering due to the fact that actual location isn't found out until training!

Thank you and I hope you are enjoying Casey's!

You're too kind!

1) During training, you are taken to the costuming place. For me, it was on the day of the Once Upon a Time is Now (the tour of the MK).

2) Same goes for shoes. But you will have time to get them, and you will have a couple days leeway to get them.