College Program Questions Thread, Pt 4

[samsamtastic]

Hi all! I'm going to be doing the DCP this fall as a recreation CM. My question has to do with magic bands. I have one from a trip this last October and it's still active and connected to my My Disney Experience account. It says I can make reservations and FP+ selections, but I'm not sure if they'll be honored since I won't technically have tickets on my account as I'll be using my ID to get in. Does anybody have info on Magic Bands and CMs and how it all works?

 

[Wishes Count]

Hi all! I'm going to be doing the DCP this fall as a recreation CM. My question has to do with magic bands. I have one from a trip this last October and it's still active and connected to my My Disney Experience account. It says I can make reservations and FP+ selections, but I'm not sure if they'll be honored since I won't technically have tickets on my account as I'll be using my ID to get in. Does anybody have info on Magic Bands and CMs and how it all works?

At this time there are many CM who have MB from previous stays. You cannot link your main entrance pass at this time. Cast is not able to link their guest passes either. To use FP you just visit the FP kiosk at the park during day of.

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[samsamtastic]

At this time there are many CM who have MB from previous stays. You cannot link your main entrance pass at this time. Cast is not able to link their guest passes either. To use FP you just visit the FP kiosk at the park during day of. Sent from my iPhone using DISBoards

Thank you!

 

[sassagoulatimes]

I emailed the WDW recruitment email about my question and got the generic automated response, so I'm hoping someone here can help. I'm currently a college senior. Because of my school situation (theatre conservatory where we are not supposed to study abroad/take leaves like the CP) I have not applied to the CP in the past, and realized the date for the last session has just passed. If I graduate this June, would I still be eligible for the next round of applicants (I'm not sure when the applications open, but I think the next program begins in Jan). I know you are eligible for the internships six months after graduating and I hope the College Program is the same. Thanks!

 

[BobbyT]

I emailed the WDW recruitment email about my question and got the generic automated response, so I'm hoping someone here can help. I'm currently a college senior. Because of my school situation (theatre conservatory where we are not supposed to study abroad/take leaves like the CP) I have not applied to the CP in the past, and realized the date for the last session has just passed. If I graduate this June, would I still be eligible for the next round of applicants (I'm not sure when the applications open, but I think the next program begins in Jan). I know you are eligible for the internships six months after graduating and I hope the College Program is the same. Thanks!

yep the CP is the same. I think applications open in august or september

 

[sassagoulatimes]

yep the CP is the same. I think applications open in august or september

Great, thanks for the quick reply!

 

[AnnaS]

I emailed the WDW recruitment email about my question and got the generic automated response, so I'm hoping someone here can help. I'm currently a college senior. Because of my school situation (theatre conservatory where we are not supposed to study abroad/take leaves like the CP) I have not applied to the CP in the past, and realized the date for the last session has just passed. If I graduate this June, would I still be eligible for the next round of applicants (I'm not sure when the applications open, but I think the next program begins in Jan). I know you are eligible for the internships six months after graduating and I hope the College Program is the same. Thanks!

I am not sure of all the cut off dates, etc. but my dd's boyfriend did the program after he graduated (they actually met there while both in the CP).

 

[Joanna71985]

I emailed the WDW recruitment email about my question and got the generic automated response, so I'm hoping someone here can help. I'm currently a college senior. Because of my school situation (theatre conservatory where we are not supposed to study abroad/take leaves like the CP) I have not applied to the CP in the past, and realized the date for the last session has just passed. If I graduate this June, would I still be eligible for the next round of applicants (I'm not sure when the applications open, but I think the next program begins in Jan). I know you are eligible for the internships six months after graduating and I hope the College Program is the same. Thanks!

You have to be a current student when applying (even for the one after graduation). So unfortunately no

 

[Goofy232]

I am wanting to do the college program and I know a big part of getting it is the Disney look. What are the rules/regulations on tattoos. I have one on my arm. A t shirt pretty much covers it.

 

[BobbyT]

As long as it can be covered you'll be fine

 

[Cadenza]

Is there any chance of becoming a server while working under FSFB? The description is just for hosting/bussing, but I've got about ~6 years of serving experience and don't know if that would help/affect anything or if CPs are just not able to work as servers.

 

[SyracuseWolvrine]

Is there any chance of becoming a server while working under FSFB? The description is just for hosting/bussing, but I've got about ~6 years of serving experience and don't know if that would help/affect anything or if CPs are just not able to work as servers.

Short answer, CPs are just not able to work as servers.

Long answer: Servers are classified as a tipped position, and CP cast are not allowed to work in tipped positions, for reasons relating to your ability to pay rent on a tipped income, and also due to union contract issues.

 

[Cadenza]

Short answer, CPs are just not able to work as servers.

Long answer: Servers are classified as a tipped position, and CP cast are not allowed to work in tipped positions, for reasons relating to your ability to pay rent on a tipped income, and also due to union contract issues.

Ohh that makes sense, thank you!

 

[JustKeepSwimmingDory]

When do you choose which housing unit to stay in? Is that something you put in your application, you request on the phone interview, or once you get there?

 

[BobbyT]

When do you choose which housing unit to stay in? Is that something you put in your application, you request on the phone interview, or once you get there?

You choose your housing online after you get accepted

 

[JustKeepSwimmingDory]

For those of you who had to fly in, how much of your dorm supplies (bedding, organizers, etc) did you bring with you or buy once you got there? And for the things you bought once you were there, what did you do with it when it was time to move out?
I read up on a few sites that said you could just buy a lot of your bedroom and kitchen supplies once you get there and ready to move in, but what would you do with it when it was time to fly back home? Ship it? Grab an extra suitcase?

 

[philrowsell]

I was wondering where current Cast Members tend to live and how they get to the parks?

 

[BobbyT]

I was wondering where current Cast Members tend to live and how they get to the parks?

The college program CM's have 4 dedicated apartment complexes to live in (optional) And as a CP there is a bus system to take you to the parks if you dont have your own car

https://mapsengine.google.com/map/edit?mid=z3ODAMrPqzuM.k8I-R1wY70bc

 

[Magicalmoment]

Do you know how hard it is to get accepted your freshman year of college? I see a lot of juniors or sophomores when I look around blogs etc. But I would want to do it freshman year so it doesn't throw off my Nursing tract.
Thx!

 

[Joanna71985]

Do you know how hard it is to get accepted your freshman year of college? I see a lot of juniors or sophomores when I look around blogs etc. But I would want to do it freshman year so it doesn't throw off my Nursing tract.
Thx!

I was accepted after 1 semester for my 1st CP