College Program Questions Thread, Pt 4

[Mansion Butler]

I'm worried about being away from home for so long. The longest I've been away from my family, boyfriend, friends, etc. has been about a month. And never during the holidays (if I get accepted into the fall program). Did anyone have any problems with homesickness and how did you deal with it?

By going to the parks every day. That and the friends you make will help get you over it real quick.

I do get less homesick than most, though. I see it in a minority of CPs.

 

[DisneyDarling1]

I am planning on doing the college program Spring 2014. I have dreams of being in entertainment, any tips for preparing for the auditions? I have a performance heavy background and know that I will be happy making guests smile

 

[Cayenne]

Hi, everyone! I am a freshman in college and have been looking forward to the DCP and have been since seventh grade. I was planning on going this fall, but I won't be getting any kind of credit, and I will have to take a leave of absence and leave my boyfriend and family behind. Although I really want to go now, I can see how it might be a better idea to wait until I'm declared so I can at least potentially get internship credit. However, I would still like to go ahead and apply to see what it's like, get a sense of the kind of chance I have, and incase things change and I can go. Will I be put on the black list if I am offered the job and decline it and want to come back and apply for the next fall? My long term goal is to work corporate for Disney so I definitely want to stay on their good side.

 

[Sesshie]

I had a quick question about housing. Are brothers and sisters allowed to share an apartment?

 

[Frozenfairie]

So what exactly are some things i will need for my application? Do I need a resume? References? I'd like to start getting everything together, I just dont know what I need to get.

 

[Frozenfairie]

I am planning on doing the college program Spring 2014. I have dreams of being in entertainment, any tips for preparing for the auditions? I have a performance heavy background and know that I will be happy making guests smile

I am auditioning too! Where were you planning on going for the auditions? Have you heard any tips or tricks? I would be happy to share what I have heard with you.

 

[abacque]

Hey all, I am a newbie to this program! I have just recently scheduled my phone interview for the Fall program this year!!!! I was wondering if anyone had any tips for me or helpful hints! It is my dream to make this program and work at the best place in the world!!!!!

Thank you!!!!

 

[disgirl14]

Nope. No nerf guns, paintball guns, airsoft (?) guns, toy guns, water pistols, plastic swords, and lightsabers. Yup they even specified lightsabers. Anything that looks like a weapon, even fictional, you can't have.

I am a high school senior, and I understand doing the CP may be a couple years off for me, but I still have lots of questions!

1) Does it cost $ to do the program?
2) Do you get paid to work in the program?
3) Do you have to pay for housing?
4) When can you apply?
5) Is there some kind of formal interview to be in the program?
6) Do you take classes while there?

Sorry, I know they are kind of stupid, but I just want to know before I get myself involved in something!
Thanks!

 

[darthspielberg]

I am a high school senior, and I understand doing the CP may be a couple years off for me, but I still have lots of questions!

1) Does it cost $ to do the program?
2) Do you get paid to work in the program?
3) Do you have to pay for housing?
4) When can you apply?
5) Is there some kind of formal interview to be in the program?
6) Do you take classes while there?

Sorry, I know they are kind of stupid, but I just want to know before I get myself involved in something!
Thanks!

1) There are some upfront fees that have to be paid, which including some processing fees and getting the ball rolling on housing
2) Yes! how much you are paid depends on the role you are given to work in.
3.)Yes, but they take the rent for housing directly from your paycheck so you never have to worry about paying rent
4.) There are two times of the year that they accept applications for. Spring and Spring Advantage as well as Fall and Fall Advantage. (Fall applications open up in Late Jaunary/Early Febuary, Spring is around September/October) Advantage is a longer program and it just means that you work the season and the summer (So for fall, you start in the summer and work through the fall, and Spring, you start in Spring and work through the summer)
5.)After the application there are two interviews, one is web based that is pass/fail, so you know immediately if you did well or not. The second (which you get if you pass the web interview) is a phone interview with a recruiter from the program, and then it takes several weeks (or months) to hear back from them after that.
6.) They offer classes, yes. It depends on your school if they will be accepted for credit or not (mine wouldn't accept them for example) and they aren't required, but are highly recommended.

I hope that helps. Most of this is just information I've leanred over the last few months waiting to apply myself, so a dedicated CP Alumni might have stronger answers.

 

[cmoreilly94]

I got an email saying the following:


Thank you for taking the time to apply to the Disney College Program. We receive an overwhelming response each season and are excited to review your information to learn more about you.

Due to the high volume of applications and limited number of opportunities available, not all applicants will move forward in the interviewing process. You will receive an update regarding the status of your application no later than April 18th, 2014.

Please note this application is valid for the entire Disney College Program recruiting season (February to April). We ask that you do not submit another application for the Disney College Program during this recruiting season.

We recommend that you periodically log in to your dashboard at disneycollegeprogram.com to look for updates and messages from us regarding your application status.

We sincerely thank you for your enthusiasm and interest in the Disney College Program. We will be in contact.

For a day or so it stated something like pending. Today however it says that action is required. Nothing new was posted, so what is there action required on?

 

[glasslipper]

Does anyone know when the deadline to apply is? My daughter is away on a study abroad trip and she really wanted to apply for this program! Thanks

 

[Joanna71985]

Does anyone know when the deadline to apply is? My daughter is away on a study abroad trip and she really wanted to apply for this program! Thanks

If it's like it's been in the past, by mid-April (at the latest- it could be earlier)

 

[dmsr8]

I know that all students chosen for Character Performer do characters, but can you tell me when they know whether or not they will be a parade or show performer? My DD can only defer her scholarship if she earns college internship credits - as a Dance major she only gets credit if she dances. As the scholarship is worth 1/2 tuition, she can't afford to just 'chance' it by finding out when she gets to Orlando.
Thanks for any information you can give me. She is applying for Fall Adv. 2014, had her WBI 2 days after application submission and a request to set up her phone interview 1 hr. after submitting her WBI. Don't know if that is a good sign but we're optimistic!

 

[Joanna71985]

I know that all students chosen for Character Performer do characters, but can you tell me when they know whether or not they will be a parade or show performer? My DD can only defer her scholarship if she earns college internship credits - as a Dance major she only gets credit if she dances. As the scholarship is worth 1/2 tuition, she can't afford to just 'chance' it by finding out when she gets to Orlando.
Thanks for any information you can give me. She is applying for Fall Adv. 2014, had her WBI 2 days after application submission and a request to set up her phone interview 1 hr. after submitting her WBI. Don't know if that is a good sign but we're optimistic!

As far as I'm aware, CP performers do not know beforehand if they will be picked for any show/parade (and many CPs are not trained for anything)

 

[Little Orange Bird]

Okay guys. Im trying to compile a list of everybody who got accepted into the program for this fall on twitter that way we can all communicate together and share our excitement and joy of going to Disney!! Follow the link below!
https://twitter.com/NCucerzan/lists/dcp-fall-14

 

[acieffe]

Can you still audition and get accepted for a PT/FT/Seasonal position after you get an NLIC for the DCP?

 

[gsmiley1576]

Hi all. I'm considering applying for the spring 2015 program. If I put "no interest" in the advantage program, is there still a chance I'd be considered for the advantage program? I've heard of people putting "no interest" in certain roles and still getting offered a position in one of those roles. Just wondering if it's the same

 

[Dconway14]

I just had my phone interview for the Disney College Program 2 days ago. I'm still nervous because I'm not sure how I did. I was completely honest and I did everything to smile and be happy but nerves definitely got in the way. Will this affect my chances? I really want to get into this program since I'm a senior in college so it's my last chance to apply. Will I have a good chance of being accepted?

 

[SyracuseWolvrine]

Can you still audition and get accepted for a PT/FT/Seasonal position after you get an NLIC for the DCP?

"Yes, but ..."

I'm not 100% sure, but I believe you have to wait 6 months before you apply again for any role with The Walt Disney Company.

Also, generally, it's pretty difficult to hire in as seasonal, due to the time commitment required for training. I'm not saying it's impossible, just that it's not usually done.

 

[laurenm0929]

Does anyone know how likely it is to get the job if you have made it passed the phone interview? Applying for fall advatage and fall 2014. Thanks!