College Program Questions Thread Pt 2

[Sorahana]

I have a quick question. Can CPs be part of the Dream Squad? If so, how? Just wondering. Thanks.

Have a magical day!

When I was there (DisneyWorld, I know some things are different at Disneyland) one of my fellow CPs asked that question and the answer is no (yea a bunch of us were upset when we heard that since ALOT of us wanted to do it lol). You have to have been a full-time status cast member (After being a CP, you'd have to stay on as full time for a certain amount of time before you are eligible to try for it). You also have to write an essay and there's an interview process among other things.

What is appropriate first day clothing? Am I right in assuming that "All cast members must be in full accordance with the Disney Look at the time of arrival" means just regular clothes, but no tattoos showing or anything? I don't have to dress in business casual for the first day, right? I do have a tattoo on my shoulder, so this would rule out tank tops. But can you just wear shorts and a t-shirt and flipflops? Are they going to give you the full once over and check out earrings and hair ties and all of that jazz?

I'm leaving in like, four days so I'm starting to lose it, haha.

First things first, be calm =) lol. They are not going to look you up and down on the first day as to what you're wearing. When you go to Traditions (orientation) THEY WILL so make sure you are within The Disney Look for that. For move-in day, you can wear jeans, shorts, etc. You're moving in so you should wear comfortable clothes, and you'll be standing in lines as you go through the check-in process. You're also getting your picture taken for your housing ID so take that into consideration as to what casual clothes you're wearing. Hope that helps!!

 

[impsythealmighty]

First things first, be calm =) lol. They are not going to look you up and down on the first day as to what you're wearing. When you go to Traditions (orientation) THEY WILL so make sure you are within The Disney Look for that. For move-in day, you can wear jeans, shorts, etc. You're moving in so you should wear comfortable clothes, and you'll be standing in lines as you go through the check-in process. You're also getting your picture taken for your housing ID so take that into consideration as to what casual clothes you're wearing. Hope that helps!!

Just to add to this, you need to have your shoulders covered for the housing ID picture, so no spaghetti straps etc. Other than that I don't think they care what you're wearing.

 

[Joanna71985]

I have a quick question. Can CPs be part of the Dream Squad? If so, how? Just wondering. Thanks.

Have a magical day!

No, unfortunately. CPs at WDW can't be on the Dream Squad.

 

[abarnett]

Hey everyone! Just a quick question: Does anyone know of a relatively inexpensive hotel that would be within walking distance of Vista Way? I am flying in on the 10th and I start the 11th so I will already have to pay one cab fare (which I hear are ridiculously expensive) and I really don't want to have to pay two when there may be a hotel I can just walk from that morning. I am flying like I said so I wont have that many things, it really wouldn't be impractical for me to walk if it wasn't far.

Or, preferably, if anyone else is flying in on the 10th would be interested in meeting me at a hotel so we could share the cab fare, that would be really great too! Thanks in advance!

 

[Sehsun]

Ashley,
The Holiday Inn Sunspree Resort (Lake Buena Vista) would be a good choice. I've heard that several CPers stay here before check-in day. It is across the street from Vista Way.

 

[abarnett]

Sehsun: Thanks so much!!! I will check into their prices!

 

[MarinaAndCharlie]

If any of you alumni have pay stubs or remember specifics...

At the very least (working the mandatory minimum of 30 hours) how much was your check after taxes? I want to know what the very least amount of money I could possibly get would be so I can figure out bills and such.

Thanks!!


Also, Question #2: Have any of you gone through the schools listed on the WDWCP website to receive credit as noted here?
(See page 174 of this thread)


What did you do to accomplish that and what did it entail?

Anyone know??

 

[Joanna71985]

Anyone know??

I go to Montclair State (as a student, though). I was able to get credit for 2 of my CPs (I took one of the Disney courses during one of them).

 

[abarnett]

I just have a quick question about requesting time off:

I have family coming down on two separate occasions during my program. Neither time will be during peak season. The first time I am thinking 1 or 2 days maximum off. The second time however, it will be my mother coming down just to see me for an early Christmas celebration, so I would like maybe 3 or 4 days off for her visit. the first time would be in September, the other in early December. I am just wondering, for those of you who have done the program before, what is the likelihood of me getting these days off if I request them super early? Has anyone had any problems getting a few days off here and there? I mean, those are the only days I am planning on requesting off and I am the type that never calls in. Also, what is the process for time off, I know it probably varies from place to place but in general do you just request the time off, or do managers like you to find someone to cover your shift? Sorry for all the questions, I'm just trying to get a feel for what I can expect! Thanks in advance!!

 

[Sehsun]

Hi Ashley,
For both the visits in September and early December, I would try requesting those days off as soon as you can. There is a chance you could get them off, but ultimately it is up to the scheduling department. If your time off requests were around mid-December to January 1st OTOH, it is possible that your request may be denied (as was the case for me).

I usually did not have problems getting a few days off here and there.

You would request time off through the Hub (you will receive more info about the Hub on check-in day). If you have the time off request approved, you do not need to find someone to cover your shift.

 

[abarnett]

Hi Ashley,
For both the visits in September and early December, I would try requesting those days off as soon as you can. There is a chance you could get them off, but ultimately it is up to the scheduling department. If your time off requests were around mid-December to January 1st OTOH, it is possible that your request may be denied (as was the case for me).

I usually did not have problems getting a few days off here and there.

You would request time off through the Hub (you will receive more info about the Hub on check-in day). If you have the time off request approved, you do not need to find someone to cover your shift.

Thanks so much! You have been a big help with my last couple questions!!

 

[Sehsun]

Thanks so much! You have been a big help with my last couple questions!!

No problem Ashley!

 

[Les2713]

I have a friend that wants to come down and help me move in on orientation day at disneyland (anaheim program) and she told me she was planning on staying the night at my apartment that night. I don't want to imposeon my roommates, btu my friend already planned on it. Does anyone think this would be a problem on the first night there?? Just an opinion question. Thanks

 

[abarnett]

I have a friend that wants to come down and help me move in on orientation day at disneyland (anaheim program) and she told me she was planning on staying the night at my apartment that night. I don't want to imposeon my roommates, btu my friend already planned on it. Does anyone think this would be a problem on the first night there?? Just an opinion question. Thanks

I don't know much about the Disneyland program. Are you allowed to have over-night guests? I know for the WDW program you're not allowed to have any guest stay past, ummm...1AM I think. Anyway, even if you are allowed to, I would much rather focus on getting to know my new roomies and bonding with them, you will be rooming with them for the next 5 months or so. On the other hand it is very generous of your friend to help you move in and get all settled, you don't want to have to just throw her out. At the end of the day, the decision is yours.

 

[Les2713]

thanks for the input! I thought the same thing about getting to know the new roommates!

 

[Snowflake1]

ok, i'm not sure if this was asked.. im still reading through this. but i want to do the Spring 09. Now i'll be 21 then. Is it still Vista and Chatham for apartments.. or are there diff apts for 21?

also can you choose which apartments you want to be in. Ive heared Chatham has a bathroom 2 each bedroom and i like that so you only have to really share your bathroom with your roomate.. thats what i want. But i don't know about the 21 situation.

Also, does any1 have any pics of the apartments and stuff they would like to share?

 

[Snowflake1]

Hey everyone! Just a quick question: Does anyone know of a relatively inexpensive hotel that would be within walking distance of Vista Way? I am flying in on the 10th and I start the 11th so I will already have to pay one cab fare (which I hear are ridiculously expensive) and I really don't want to have to pay two when there may be a hotel I can just walk from that morning. I am flying like I said so I wont have that many things, it really wouldn't be impractical for me to walk if it wasn't far.

Or, preferably, if anyone else is flying in on the 10th would be interested in meeting me at a hotel so we could share the cab fare, that would be really great too! Thanks in advance!

I don't know if any1 told you this, but when i came down to florida this summer. I flew into Sanford, which is a 45 min drive from disney. it cost about 97$ for that long drive, which seems kind of reasonable... when you compare it to this...

my [now ex] had to go to bank of america which was 3 miles away... so 6 miles all together and his cab fare was 45$. its insane!!!

 

[impsythealmighty]

ok, i'm not sure if this was asked.. im still reading through this. but i want to do the Spring 09. Now i'll be 21 then. Is it still Vista and Chatham for apartments.. or are there diff apts for 21?

The apartments can be either Wellness (everyone in them is under 21) or Non-Wellness (everyone is over 21) in either building - plus Patterson, which is newer and the same way.

also can you choose which apartments you want to be in. Ive heared Chatham has a bathroom 2 each bedroom and i like that so you only have to really share your bathroom with your roomate.. thats what i want. But i don't know about the 21 situation.

You can request Vista or Chatham when you check in, though if you want Chatham and a specific apartment size you'll want to get there very early. And unless I'm mistaken, none of the apartments let you share with just your roommate. I live in a 4-bedroom in Chatham (7 roommates) and two rooms - 4 girls - each have 1 bathroom to share, plus a guest bathroom in the hallway (with no shower/tub). But I could be wrong, the smaller ones might have more bathrooms.

Also, does any1 have any pics of the apartments and stuff they would like to share?

You'll hear a lot of different things about the apartment complexes (everybody prefers one), but I've been very happy in Chatham so far. I'm not much of a partier (which is really Vista territory) and my apartment is really nice. Hope this helps!

 

[impsythealmighty]

Ashley,
The Holiday Inn Sunspree Resort (Lake Buena Vista) would be a good choice. I've heard that several CPers stay here before check-in day. It is across the street from Vista Way.

Seconding this. Prices weren't bad at all, the room was nice, and it's like right across the street from Vista, it's super easy! And take a Mears shuttle, they're much cheaper than a cab.

 

[abarnett]

thanks for the input! I thought the same thing about getting to know the new roommates!

No Problem! Maybe just tell your friend that you really appreciate her help with everything, but you think the very first night would just not be the best for her to stay over. Good Luck!