College Program Questions Thread, Pt 3

[mm522]

I have a quick question about pay checks. During the College program, will Disney actually issue you checks? Or do they do direct deposit?

 

[*idreamofdisney*]

How often do CPCM's get paid? Is it once a week or once every two weeks?

Also, have any of you ever done the CP for college credit? I know you are able to get credit for it, so how does each differ? I wanted to get internship credit for mine because I'm a hospitality major and I need a tourism/hospitality internship, and I would love for it to be Disney!

 

[SportsChick]

I have a quick question about pay checks. During the College program, will Disney actually issue you checks? Or do they do direct deposit?

It's direct deposit only - either your own bank or onto a paycheck card that is issued on check-in day.

 

[SportsChick]

How often do CPCM's get paid? Is it once a week or once every two weeks?

Also, have any of you ever done the CP for college credit? I know you are able to get credit for it, so how does each differ? I wanted to get internship credit for mine because I'm a hospitality major and I need a tourism/hospitality internship, and I would love for it to be Disney!

Pay is weekly.

For getting credit, you'd have to check with your university. I'm also a Hospitality Management Major and we just need a set number of hours so doing the DCP satisfied that (I just needed show the director of the program my last paystub showing my hours). However, for an internship that gets you credit, you'd need to see what your school requires for that.

 

[*idreamofdisney*]

Pay is weekly.

For getting credit, you'd have to check with your university. I'm also a Hospitality Management Major and we just need a set number of hours so doing the DCP satisfied that (I just needed show the director of the program my last paystub showing my hours). However, for an internship that gets you credit, you'd need to see what your school requires for that.

Do you still work at Disney World?

 

[SportsChick]

I stayed seasonal after my program

 

[Joanna71985]

As they say:
Every
Paycheck
Comes
On
Thursday
(or EPCOT).

 

[deniissee]

I'm almost sure this can be done, I'm just unsure how it works: I'm starting my WDWCP next month and I'd like to get a couple of west coast friends into Disneyland. I think I read we're mailed our passes? And if I don't update my address when I arrive, they'll be mailed to my home address--right? Or did I just make that up. I'd appreciate any clarifications!

 

[Iris]

I'm almost sure this can be done, I'm just unsure how it works: I'm starting my WDWCP next month and I'd like to get a couple of west coast friends into Disneyland. I think I read we're mailed our passes? And if I don't update my address when I arrive, they'll be mailed to my home address--right? Or did I just make that up. I'd appreciate any clarifications!

You will be in Florida for the program (WDWCP v DLCP)? If you do not update your address on the hub, your blue maingate will in fact be mailed to your home mailing address....however, you must be present to allow your friends to enter Disneyland, they cannot use your maingate. At least this is what it seems like you want to do, maybe I read it wrong. Unless you are planning a quick trip to Disneyland, they won't be able to enter the parks without you.

 

[mm522]

I bank with BB&T, are there any ATM's around the apartments? I'm trying to find a way to withdraw money without getting charged.

 

[deniissee]

You will be in Florida for the program (WDWCP v DLCP)? If you do not update your address on the hub, your blue maingate will in fact be mailed to your home mailing address....however, you must be present to allow your friends to enter Disneyland, they cannot use your maingate. At least this is what it seems like you want to do, maybe I read it wrong. Unless you are planning a quick trip to Disneyland, they won't be able to enter the parks without you.

You have the right idea, I'll be in a Florida with friends in California. Thanks for your help, I had hoped I didn't need to be present.

 

[psherman42]

You will be in Florida for the program (WDWCP v DLCP)? If you do not update your address on the hub, your blue maingate will in fact be mailed to your home mailing address....however, you must be present to allow your friends to enter Disneyland, they cannot use your maingate. At least this is what it seems like you want to do, maybe I read it wrong. Unless you are planning a quick trip to Disneyland, they won't be able to enter the parks without you.

Wait, really?

 

[*idreamofdisney*]

So what exactly are the incentive/perks that you receive as a CP cast member? I've read a lot about them on this thread but I'm trying to organize what I've read to get a basic idea of the things we get to enjoy as CM's. Like, do we get free passes/discounts/etc.?

 

[indianabrit]

So what exactly are the incentive/perks that you receive as a CP cast member? I've read a lot about them on this thread but I'm trying to organize what I've read to get a basic idea of the things we get to enjoy as CM's. Like, do we get free passes/discounts/etc.?

You get (from the top of my head):
-Free admission to the parks
-Free admission for 3 guests up to 6 times.
-20% discount on merchandise. 40%+ during holidays
-Discount on AMC movie tickets.
-20% discount at Table Service restaurants (except Victoria and Albert's) after 8:30pm (this automatically adds 18%gratuity)
-Discount on special holiday event tickets: Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
-50% off Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach (during peak seasons. Otherwise, it's free if you work there)
-40% off Disney resorts for friends and family. 50% off for yourself.
-10% off park tickets.
-$2.99 CICI'S PIZZA (YES. $2.99!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)
-Discounts at the Premium Outlets. You just have to ask for the VIP Coupon book at the information Kiosk.

We also get discounts at some of the surrounding restaurants. You just have to ask around. The worse that people can tell you is no.

We also get MANY MORE discounts. Those are just some of the ones that people take the most advantage of.

 

[elphie101]

I'm 99% positive once the peak season is over (the last day is August 13th I believe) CMs will be getting free admission to the water parks until February, with the option to buy 50% off tickets for guests. I'm so excited!

As they will tell you at Traditions, one of the biggest perks about being a CM is finding out where your discounts are! For example, when buying my work shoes at the Sketchers outlet, I found out we get a 20% discount, which made my day! This happens all over the Orlando area, including places like IHOP and Steak & Shake, which is great for a post-work meal.

Unfortunately, there's no discount at Wal-Mart. If only........

 

[andylcq]

bookmarking it

 

[*idreamofdisney*]

I'm 99% positive once the peak season is over (the last day is August 13th I believe) CMs will be getting free admission to the water parks until February, with the option to buy 50% off tickets for guests. I'm so excited!

As they will tell you at Traditions, one of the biggest perks about being a CM is finding out where your discounts are! For example, when buying my work shoes at the Sketchers outlet, I found out we get a 20% discount, which made my day! This happens all over the Orlando area, including places like IHOP and Steak & Shake, which is great for a post-work meal.

Unfortunately, there's no discount at Wal-Mart. If only........

Those discounts are amazing!! What is Traditions? I'm applying for the program hopefully next month, but I've never done it before, so I'm still learning everything!

 

[*idreamofdisney*]

You get (from the top of my head):
-Free admission to the parks
-Free admission for 3 guests up to 6 times.
-20% discount on merchandise. 40%+ during holidays
-Discount on AMC movie tickets.
-20% discount at Table Service restaurants (except Victoria and Albert's) after 8:30pm (this automatically adds 18%gratuity)
-Discount on special holiday event tickets: Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
-50% off Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach (during peak seasons. Otherwise, it's free if you work there)
-40% off Disney resorts for friends and family. 50% off for yourself.
-10% off park tickets.
-$2.99 CICI'S PIZZA (YES. $2.99!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)
-Discounts at the Premium Outlets. You just have to ask for the VIP Coupon book at the information Kiosk.

We also get discounts at some of the surrounding restaurants. You just have to ask around. The worse that people can tell you is no.

We also get MANY MORE discounts. Those are just some of the ones that people take the most advantage of.

OMG! These are amazing!! Thank you!!

 

[StefwifnF]

Those discounts are amazing!! What is Traditions? I'm applying for the program hopefully next month, but I've never done it before, so I'm still learning everything!

Traditions is your first step of training. It is basically orientation into the Disney company. You'll go over the basics, including a really funny sexual harassment video. It's 4 hours and after this class you will get your ID so you can go into the parks for free!

 

[Berlioz70]

Traditions is your first step of training. It is basically orientation into the Disney company. You'll go over the basics, including a really funny sexual harassment video. It's 4 hours and after this class you will get your ID so you can go into the parks for free!

That video is no longer showed.