College Program Questions Thread Pt 2

[Seewhatimesdone]

Yeah I wouldn't recomment taking UCF classes. I go here now and to drive to Disney on a good day with no traffic takes at least half an hour. Then good luck finding parking. I'll just be taking some UCF online classes. One of them requires going to the testing lab on campus for exams but thats not too bad every once in a while.

Also aren't your days off different every week? It would be pretty hard to schedule classes around that. If it is possible than let me know cause I'd love to keep taking some actual classes on campus.

The online classes sound like a really good idea. I think that once you find out where you'll be working you will get a good idea of what days you get off. But I don't know. It's probably not the best idea because you really are there for the Disney experience but for someone who can ONLY do it if they won't get behind then i'm sure they could figure something out

 

[razzery]

The online classes sound like a really good idea. I think that once you find out where you'll be working you will get a good idea of what days you get off. But I don't know. It's probably not the best idea because you really are there for the Disney experience but for someone who can ONLY do it if they won't get behind then i'm sure they could figure something out

Yeah classes start here January 7th so even if you get here the 5th you still won't have an accurate working schedule. I think I'll just stick with the online classes, trying to figure out a schedule would just be too much work.

 

[Traveliz]

People work and take classes all the time. It would not be a problem... It would be difficult but it is possible. Disney doesn't have any rules against it.

The college that I am planning to trasnfer to will not take the Disney credits so i'm not going to bother.

You would just have to make sure you had the same day off every week and then schedule classes around that. It would be difficult but you could do it.

No Disney doesn't have any rules against it BUT for the college program they make you agree to full availability so your days off can change week to week. My daughter worked two different semesters - one semester she pretty much had the same days off per week (but she was scheduled for one of the Disney classes and they do work around that), the other semester her days off were all over the board.

If you are part time at Disney then you can choose your days availability and go to classes more easily.

I don't think the "it would be difficult but you could do it" is true - you can't know what days off you will have.

Liz

 

[Climber656]

The online classes sound like a really good idea. I think that once you find out where you'll be working you will get a good idea of what days you get off. But I don't know. It's probably not the best idea because you really are there for the Disney experience but for someone who can ONLY do it if they won't get behind then i'm sure they could figure something out

Class has always been a big concern of mine. I really didn't want my decision to do the WDCP to set me back in my quest for graduation. Are the classes good? Are they worth my time even if I don't end up getting credit for them?

 

[razzery]

If anyone is worried about classes I suggest UCF online classes. We have tons and tons of them. Mostly different gen eds but a few major classes too. If anyone is looking for a specific class I can check if they have it.

 

[_frazzle]

If anyone is worried about classes I suggest UCF online classes. We have tons and tons of them. Mostly different gen eds but a few major classes too. If anyone is looking for a specific class I can check if they have it.

Is UCF hard to get into? I was thinking of taking online classes through there over the summer.

 

[orangekid13]

Is there a link someone can post about the housing rules/guidelines (that would say stuff about not being allowed to have a mini-fridge or keep a bike on their property?) I'm getting curious about if I would get in trouble for stuff like raising my bed up further than those 8" plastic cup things, or bringing in an extra desk to set up my computer on, stuff like that.

 

[Joanna71985]

What are you allowed to hang them with? I have some of that blue sticky stuff that comes right off and doesn't stain. I know that's allowed, but are tacks?

Tacks and push pins are fine. Just don't use the tacky gummy stuff.

Is there a link someone can post about the housing rules/guidelines (that would say stuff about not being allowed to have a mini-fridge or keep a bike on their property?) I'm getting curious about if I would get in trouble for stuff like raising my bed up further than those 8" plastic cup things, or bringing in an extra desk to set up my computer on, stuff like that.

There is. But it is under the official acceptance page (I can't get to it right now).

 

[bgirl781]

See, the two classes I need to take are a lit course (which I'm sure would be no problem online) and a lab science. Are those possible online? How would you do the labs? Should I call Disney and ask about this, or would this be something good to bring up in my interview?

 

[lauraebeth]

Is there a link someone can post about the housing rules/guidelines (that would say stuff about not being allowed to have a mini-fridge or keep a bike on their property?) I'm getting curious about if I would get in trouble for stuff like raising my bed up further than those 8" plastic cup things, or bringing in an extra desk to set up my computer on, stuff like that.

I brought a small desk with me to set up my computer on. also, Chatham has built in desks. they're really inconveniently placed though.

 

[Joanna71985]

I've had roomies bring desks on 2 different CPs. I would love to get one for me next time.

 

[Traveliz]

See, the two classes I need to take are a lit course (which I'm sure would be no problem online) and a lab science. Are those possible online? How would you do the labs? Should I call Disney and ask about this, or would this be something good to bring up in my interview?

I can't imagine you could take a lab science class online - pretty sure that requires you to be in labs at certain times.

Also not sure if you are in or out of state but out of state tuition is really high -- I can't give you the price per hour but my daughter is taking classes at UCF now as an out of state student and its over 600 an hour - so 6 hours of classes at an out of state rate would be well over 3000 (and really might be closer to 4000).

Liz

 

[Scully12]

I'm getting curious about if I would get in trouble for stuff like raising my bed up further than those 8" plastic cup things, or bringing in an extra desk to set up my computer on, stuff like that.

I used bed risers during my CP. And they were veeeeery useful. I recommend them to everyone! You can fit all of your luggage and a laundry basket under your bed so it's much less crowded!

p.s. I got mine at Walmart!

 

[orangekid13]

I used bed risers during my CP. And they were veeeeery useful. I recommend them to everyone! You can fit all of your luggage and a laundry basket under your bed so it's much less crowded!

At my apartment right now I have a fairly small room but when I moved in I wanted to keep my massive desk and get a double bed, so I built a 4-poster frame and I have 32" of space under my bed.

My question really is this, if I were to make leg extensions for the bed there beyond what the wal-mart feet do, would that be acceptable? I would probably also build my own desk, hopefully they aren't picky about the finish (or lack of a finish) on furniture.

 

[bgirl781]

I can't imagine you could take a lab science class online - pretty sure that requires you to be in labs at certain times.

Also not sure if you are in or out of state but out of state tuition is really high -- I can't give you the price per hour but my daughter is taking classes at UCF now as an out of state student and its over 600 an hour - so 6 hours of classes at an out of state rate would be well over 3000 (and really might be closer to 4000).

Liz

I don't really care so much about the credit hour cost, since my school is $730 an hour. But I need to take these two classes this summer, so that I can save myself the cost of an entire semester.

So is this something I should just call Disney about? And would it be the same (not necessarily same days off/week) if I was just there as seasonal this summer?

 

[Climber656]

At my apartment right now I have a fairly small room but when I moved in I wanted to keep my massive desk and get a double bed, so I built a 4-poster frame and I have 32" of space under my bed.

My question really is this, if I were to make leg extensions for the bed there beyond what the wal-mart feet do, would that be acceptable? I would probably also build my own desk, hopefully they aren't picky about the finish (or lack of a finish) on furniture.

The Walmart feet are great! Several of my friends who are freshmen here at the University of Tennessee use them in their dorms and love them. They are really useful. I would suggest using these since they are inexpensive and easy to use. The home built stuff maybe be tough to manage and Disney may not approve.

 

[bgirl781]

The Walmart feet are great! Several of my friends who are freshmen here at the University of Tennessee use them in their dorms and love them. They are really useful. I would suggest using these since they are inexpensive and easy to use. The home built stuff maybe be tough to manage and Disney may not approve.

Just to warn people on the risers, though - I used them a couple summers ago, and they worked fine, though it does make the bed feel a little rickety. However, I used the same ones when we were doing a skit (with a large ottoman) and someone plopped themselves onto the ottoman, and a foot broke. So do be careful with them.

 

[Traveliz]

I don't really care so much about the credit hour cost, since my school is $730 an hour. But I need to take these two classes this summer, so that I can save myself the cost of an entire semester.

So is this something I should just call Disney about? And would it be the same (not necessarily same days off/week) if I was just there as seasonal this summer?

If you are seasonal or part time you will have a better chance of getting off the days you need. Part time employees tell them their availability. Sure you can call Disney about it but I am not sure its something they will necessarily be able to help you with - I know they can't help you with the classes or the credits/the time off would be the only thing under their control.

Also make sure the credits will transfer for you ok.

Liz

 

[namara87]

See, the two classes I need to take are a lit course (which I'm sure would be no problem online) and a lab science. Are those possible online? How would you do the labs? Should I call Disney and ask about this, or would this be something good to bring up in my interview?

Rio Salado Community College is nationally known and offers quite a few lab science courses that are completely online. You have to order the lab kits, but there is virtually no restriction if you are not near the school. I believe RSCC is based here in Tempe, AZ and it is part of the Maricopa Community Colleges conglomerate, and the classes transfer just fine, as they are fully accredited. Check out the site (riosalado.edu). I have taken a few classes through RSCC in addition to my ASU classes, and I find it beneficial and convenient, just as long as you have daily computer/email access.

 

[Seewhatimesdone]

Have a good rest of the week and weekend everyone! Hopefull something will be in the mail for me when I get back