College Program Questions Thread, Pt 3

[rachaelfig]

I know this is a CP questions thread but mine sort of fits.

Is it possible to apply for both the CP and a PI? I don't know if the same people are choosing - I bet that would look kind of tacky, but it would be like having a fail safe in the case of not being chosen for a PI. Just wondering.

 

[grownoats]

it has this link on the map, http://www.lbvfs.com/

 

[graygables]

I know this is a CP questions thread but mine sort of fits.

Is it possible to apply for both the CP and a PI? I don't know if the same people are choosing - I bet that would look kind of tacky, but it would be like having a fail safe in the case of not being chosen for a PI. Just wondering.

BTDT. I applied for both for Jan '09 and was glad I had my backup plan of the CP in place as the PI didn't happen. I also extended my CP just in case and applied for the June PIs, which I DID get Point being, cover those bases...any foot in the door!

 

[BethAnne Sthrn Belle]

it has this link on the map, http://www.lbvfs.com/

Thanks!

 

[rachaelfig]

BTDT. I applied for both for Jan '09 and was glad I had my backup plan of the CP in place as the PI didn't happen. I also extended my CP just in case and applied for the June PIs, which I DID get Point being, cover those bases...any foot in the door!

Thanks!

 

[OnoGrinds]

A group of 4 of us are hoping to live together when we get down to Disney. I know u can only commit to 1 roommate for sure before you get down there, so we broke up into two groups of two. We figured this would give us a better chance to be placed together. What types of things can we do to increase the chances of all four of us living together? Arrive early...how early do people start showing up?....stand in line together? Anything else? We all have got to know eachother pretty well and are really hoping this works out!

 

[Joanna71985]

A group of 4 of us are hoping to live together when we get down to Disney. I know u can only commit to 1 roommate for sure before you get down there, so we broke up into two groups of two. We figured this would give us a better chance to be placed together. What types of things can we do to increase the chances of all four of us living together? Arrive early...how early do people start showing up?....stand in line together? Anything else? We all have got to know eachother pretty well and are really hoping this works out!

The only thing you can do to help your chances is get to check in as early as possible (they open at 8am), and stand in line together. But unfortunately even doing this doesn't guarantee that. It all depends on who is working check-in.

 

[Toffy]

I'm in the exact same position as you OnoGrinds!!! Are you doing Fall 09??? Let us know how it goes when you check in, I'm curious to see if ya make it!!!

 

[OnoGrinds]

I'm in the exact same position as you OnoGrinds!!! Are you doing Fall 09??? Let us know how it goes when you check in, I'm curious to see if ya make it!!!

Yea, Ill def let you know what happens. It seems like a lot of people do it and have no problem at all, but there have been a few stories of students who were turned down and placed with someone else. Whatever happens happens, it will all work out! I've got my fingers crossed!

 

[atmtcprincess]

Ok so I have a question that I'm pretty sure hasn't been asked in the last 80+ pages... has anyone tried to apply for both DLR and WDW's college programs at the same time? Is this even allowed? I can't decide which one I want to do!

 

[bopnopper9]

Ok so I have a question that I'm pretty sure hasn't been asked in the last 80+ pages... has anyone tried to apply for both DLR and WDW's college programs at the same time? Is this even allowed? I can't decide which one I want to do!

In our presentation we were told it wasn't allowed. You just had to pick one. I heard it's much harder to get into the DLR program, though. Disney Land is smaller than WDW.

 

[Toffy]

In our presentation we were told it wasn't allowed. You just had to pick one. I heard it's much harder to get into the DLR program, though. Disney Land is smaller than WDW.

See I was told the direct opposite at my presentation... actually, they said they were going to try and combine the programs either this semester or next so that when you have your interview, you can be applying for both resorts at the same time. Doesn't look like it's gonna happen for Spring 2010, but who knows...

 

[j_dp456]

HEY!! That was a fast reply!! I really want to do entertainment, however I know that is very hard to do and very few people get picked, I'm only 5 ft. 10 so nothing special there. all I have is I'm a Puppetry Major at college, and I'm a freshman. I would really like to do attractions, anywhere, specifically in MK which is the park whre I cry whenever I go case its my favorite!! Attractions, character attendant and merch would be next. I would like to do either program, bu advantage sounds better and like longer time to enjoy Fla and DISNEYY!!!! apparently most people who really want it will get it, I got worried when he first said 1700 but after he said one role i felt sssooooo much better hahaha. I'm not sure who my interview will be with, they didn't tell me, all i got was a time date and some little reminders like have a copy of the role checklist available, etc. and I think fantasyland would be fun to work, just because I'm a sucker for those rides overall, pirates woud be fun to do, the ride. That and haunted mansion are my favorites, but I can't keep a straight face to save my life, I smile all the time, even when I'm angry, so HM seems a far stretch, I'll just enjoy riding it!!
Thanks!! Have a magical day!!!
Goofster18

I've never even heard of something like this. What kind of classes do you take?

 

[QueenofPrideRock]

Has anyone done the program as a freshman? What was that experience like for you?

I've been thinking about applying for Spring 2010 (I've got a couple of days yet to decide...) but part of me wonders if it might be kind of weird to do the program so early on.

To complicate matters, my school doesn't start until September 16! That's a long way away - I'd probably be all applied before even meeting and discussing it with my advisor.

Any thoughts and advice would be greatly appreciated!

 

[MKandy]

Has anyone done the program as a freshman? What was that experience like for you?

I've been thinking about applying for Spring 2010 (I've got a couple of days yet to decide...) but part of me wonders if it might be kind of weird to do the program so early on.

To complicate matters, my school doesn't start until September 16! That's a long way away - I'd probably be all applied before even meeting and discussing it with my advisor.

Any thoughts and advice would be greatly appreciated!

I personally wouldn't start the program without talking with my advisor first. Your advisor will be able to make sure you plan your college education around the CP. Your college education is the most important thing. Disney World will always be there and the CP will also always be an option for you. I would suggest you wait until at least your second semester so that you can talk to your advisor.

Have a magical day.

 

[khancock]

I heard it's much harder to get into the DLR program, though. Disney Land is smaller than WDW.

DLR's program is much smaller, but smaller doesn't mean that it is more competitive.

They have struggled to get people to apply for DLR's program since they started it. They even went as far a year or so ago as to tell people interested in WDW that all positions were filled and that if they wanted to do the CP that they had to interview for DLR (and then a week or so later started interviewing for WDW again for several weeks).

If anything, DLR's program is more expensive to do than WDW's. Yes, the pay rate is higher, but you get less hours and your rent is way more $$ and you have to take the courses ($$ for books and course materials), and you have to join the union and pay membership dues. You also have to pay like $700-$800 up front before you get there. WDW only requires the $100 assessment fee up front, courses are optional, and you aren't eligible for the union.

If you apply and interview for DLR, I'd lay money that they will offer you for whatever you apply for. Just make sure you are certain that you know what you are getting into.

 

[QueenofPrideRock]

I personally wouldn't start the program without talking with my advisor first. Your advisor will be able to make sure you plan your college education around the CP. Your college education is the most important thing. Disney World will always be there and the CP will also always be an option for you. I would suggest you wait until at least your second semester so that you can talk to your advisor.

Have a magical day.

Well that was actually kind of my question. The application for Spring 2010 goes up before school starts... I wouldn't just dive into the program without asking anyone about it, but I might need to just dive into applying if I decide I want to do it right away.

Or did you mean wait until my second semester to apply?

 

[MKandy]

Well that was actually kind of my question. The application for Spring 2010 goes up before school starts... I wouldn't just dive into the program without asking anyone about it, but I might need to just dive into applying if I decide I want to do it right away.

Or did you mean wait until my second semester to apply?

I'm sorry that I wasn't very clear, nor was I really any help. Allow me to try again.

I believe that you should wait until at least your second semester to apply. I think it is important for students to have the whole "college" experience before doing the CP. I also think that one should take a semester to talk with their advisor and school officials to see how the CP can work for them. I wouldn't recommend rushing into the CP without making sure everything with your school is in order. This, of course, is only my opinion.

Hope this time I was bit better at helping.

 

[QueenofPrideRock]

I'm sorry that I wasn't very clear, nor was I really any help. Allow me to try again.

I believe that you should wait until at least your second semester to apply. I think it is important for students to have the whole "college" experience before doing the CP. I also think that one should take a semester to talk with their advisor and school officials to see how the CP can work for them. I wouldn't recommend rushing into the CP without making sure everything with your school is in order. This, of course, is only my opinion.

Hope this time I was bit better at helping.

Ah, okay, thank you! You make a good point. I actually talked to my mom about it to and she basically said what you said, so I'm back to waiting to apply for Fall 2010.

 

[atmtcprincess]

In our presentation we were told it wasn't allowed. You just had to pick one. I heard it's much harder to get into the DLR program, though. Disney Land is smaller than WDW.

See I was told the direct opposite at my presentation... actually, they said they were going to try and combine the programs either this semester or next so that when you have your interview, you can be applying for both resorts at the same time. Doesn't look like it's gonna happen for Spring 2010, but who knows...

So I decided to give Disney a call and see what they had to say. I was told that you can apply to both programs at the same time. You conduct two separate interviews but you only have to fill out the preliminary online interview once. The lady who answered my question told me that it's been a while since someone had asked that so I'm hoping her info was accurate. Can anyone give them a call tomorrow and ask just to make sure I'm getting a straight answer? 1-800-722-2930 I'd really appreciate it.