College Program Questions Thread, Pt 3

[Aiden]

Thanks for the info.
I'm asking because I turn 18 on February 7th next year, and thought that maybe there was a check-in date on/after then. Would it hurt to apply for Spring, hoping that may happen?

 

[Aiden]

I'm wondering what rides have a spiel to remember, like the Jungle Cruise and the Great Movie Ride?

Are there any others?

 

[HallGirl]

I'm wondering what rides have a spiel to remember, like the Jungle Cruise and the Great Movie Ride?

Are there any others?

I think most (if not all) attractions have some kind of spieling, usually for safety (like Soarin', Universe of Energy, 3D movies) or introductions (like American Adventure). Some of the spiels are optional (like Muppet Vision, afaik). As far as a lot of spieling, in addition to Jungle Cruise and Great Movie Ride, there are: Backlot Tour, Imagination, Kilamanjaro Safari, Innoventions.

 

[Aiden]

I think most (if not all) attractions have some kind of spieling, usually for safety (like Soarin', Universe of Energy, 3D movies) or introductions (like American Adventure). Some of the spiels are optional (like Muppet Vision, afaik). As far as a lot of spieling, in addition to Jungle Cruise and Great Movie Ride, there are: Backlot Tour, Imagination, Kilamanjaro Safari, Innoventions.

Thanks for that!

 

[SiSiMonique2009]

Hey guys I ran across this website earlier when I was trying to calm my nerves for my interview! I would just like to say thanks for all of the advice I know it wasn't necessarily directed to me but it helped a lot reading what you all had to say! I just finished my interview but at the same time I'm a little nervous about whether I will be accepted or not.

 

[disjordan]

Hey guys I ran across this website earlier when I was trying to calm my nerves for my interview! I would just like to say thanks for all of the advice I know it wasn't necessarily directed to me but it helped a lot reading what you all had to say! I just finished my interview but at the same time I'm a little nervous about whether I will be accepted or not.

the disboards are a great place to get support. i've been lurking for years but now that i decided to join i'm pretty happy with this!

 

[SiSiMonique2009]

the disboards are a great place to get support. i've been lurking for years but now that i decided to join i'm pretty happy with this!

Yea Its really great, I was so worried about my interview but seeing all the positive post really helped I'm happy I Joined as well! The CP program just seems so positive and I just really hope I get the chance to experience it!

 

[Aiden]

Sorry, but here's another question for you guys!! When can you start applying for Spring Advantage Quarter? And can you extend on this program? If so, till when?

 

[Joanna71985]

Sorry, but here's another question for you guys!! When can you start applying for Spring Advantage Quarter? And can you extend on this program? If so, till when?

Disney starts recruiting for the Spring programs in Aug/Sept.

I believe the Spring Quarter program can be extended. And if so, it would be until the following Jan.

 

[BrittanyB2000]

so lets say i audition for a performing role (for fall '09) but don't get it. so i still participate in the program during the fall quarter in one of my other choice roles, but i want to do the program again in the summer and audition again for a performing role. first off, is that even possible? and second, has anyone done this before?!

 

[Joanna71985]

so lets say i audition for a performing role (for fall '09) but don't get it. so i still participate in the program during the fall quarter in one of my other choice roles, but i want to do the program again in the summer and audition again for a performing role. first off, is that even possible? and second, has anyone done this before?!

Ok, I'll use your example. If you audition for Fall 09 and don't get it, if there is still room in the other roles you picked you will get one of them.

You would then be able to audition to extend (if I got your example right, and you were wanting to extend the CP).

 

[BrittanyB2000]

ok ready for a dumb question? whats an extension? is it an extension to the current program you're in, or does it just allow you to come back and work at another time? (so if i wanted to do the fall program in '09, then wanted to go back to school for my spring semester, but wanted to come back to work at disney over the summer) does that make sense? sorry for the very confusing question!

 

[Joanna71985]

ok ready for a dumb question? whats an extension? is it an extension to the current program you're in, or does it just allow you to come back and work at another time? (so if i wanted to do the fall program in '09, then wanted to go back to school for my spring semester, but wanted to come back to work at disney over the summer) does that make sense? sorry for the very confusing question!

An extension is when you extend the CP. So if you are on Fall 2009, you can extend the CP either to May or the following Aug. It can either be in the same role, or you can transfer to another role.

I now understand what you are saying. But that isn't an extension. The summer program offers limited roles (and entertainment isn't one of them).

 

[glendalais]

You all might not know this one, but I'm just wondering. I'll contact WDW Casting when they open tomorrow to make sure.

Do Cast Members and Employees of The Walt Disney Company get to keep their length of service when doing WDW's CP?

It's not that big of a deal. However, I've been with Disney for nearly 2 years now, and I only need another year of service with Disney, in any form, to get my 35% Merchandise Discount. That, and I would still want to be able to wear my Disney 1-Year Pin on my nametag if I do go to WDW.

(And yes, I am considering doing the WDW CP this coming semester. Some things are happening here at the DLR which make it so that I should probably take a few months and go east for a while, lol. And I do need an internship for school, anyway.).

 

[can84]

Do members of the CP get discounts on admission to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party or the Christmas Party?
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[Joanna71985]

Do members of the CP get discounts on admission to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party or the Christmas Party?
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Yes. Certain nights are discounted.

 

[can84]

Yes. Certain nights are discounted.

Thank you!

 

[MarinaAndCharlie]

so lets say i audition for a performing role (for fall '09) but don't get it. so i still participate in the program during the fall quarter in one of my other choice roles, but i want to do the program again in the summer and audition again for a performing role. first off, is that even possible? and second, has anyone done this before?!

You could go seasonal after your fall program. That means that you can come back to Disney to work during school breaks. You can audition at the end of your fall program to go seasonal in entertainment BUT you'll need 6-8 weeks of training to switch roles, so its kind of hard to have the time before the next semester starts.

Or you could do the summer alumni program, but like Joanna said, its very limited in roles.

Extending your role would mean just staying an extra semester. You don't leave at all. You can extend in your role or try for a new one, but priority goes to those who are extending in their same role. They'll ask you about extending about 2 months before the end of your program I've heard.

 

[baytwelveplease]

Today I got a letter in the mail from Disney saying "at this time, your status is pending a final decision." It also says, "Our team is evaluating your qualifications, and you will be contacted with an update on the status of your application by April 17th 2009."

Does everybody get one of these letters before being accepted/rejected, or is this kind of like a deferment letter? I'm just curious as to whether or not I'm really going to have to wait until April, or if I'll still find out within the 4-6 weeks. (FYI, I interviewed Feb. 18).

 

[avag922]

My husband and I both interviewed on Feb 16th. He got one of those letters on Friday, I didn't. However, I got my acceptance package on Saturday. I was thinking that it was some sort of letter that you got until they could find a spot for you. Not sure.

Jennifer