The College Program Questions thread

[Joanna71985]

Has anyone ever done QSFB? What exactly is it like?

I am so excited!!! I can't believe I got accepted!

Congrats!

 

[peace love mickey]

Hi! So some of this may have been mentioned, but I tried and failed at getting through all 85 pages.

So I reeeeeeally want to do the CP, but I have a few questions/issues

1. I'm a biology/human development major. I love the whole conservation thing. tried getting a job at home this summer at the bronx zoo but it didnt pay enough. I know that you can do interships like animal behavior at Animal Kingdom and work with the plants in the The Land. Is this still part of the CP or not? Would I be living somewhere else? Or better yet, would i even get housing.

2. With programs like this, can I go for a summer instead of a semester. I don't mean to offend anyone at all with this next comment, but my school is more demanding that most. its prertty hard to get credit from anywhere other than one of the other ivy leagues, and its hard to miss a lot of time without falling behind. the last thing id want to do is become a super senior, because at 40k+ a year, i want to get out as fast as i can, so summer is what im really looking for.

3. has anyone done a program like this? and can you tell me about them?

ive heard you can go the semester after you graduate, but thats the time im saving for the peace corps.

 

[Joanna71985]

Hi! So some of this may have been mentioned, but I tried and failed at getting through all 85 pages.

So I reeeeeeally want to do the CP, but I have a few questions/issues

1. I'm a biology/human development major. I love the whole conservation thing. tried getting a job at home this summer at the bronx zoo but it didnt pay enough. I know that you can do interships like animal behavior at Animal Kingdom and work with the plants in the The Land. Is this still part of the CP or not? Would I be living somewhere else? Or better yet, would i even get housing.

2. With programs like this, can I go for a summer instead of a semester. I don't mean to offend anyone at all with this next comment, but my school is more demanding that most. its prertty hard to get credit from anywhere other than one of the other ivy leagues, and its hard to miss a lot of time without falling behind. the last thing id want to do is become a super senior, because at 40k+ a year, i want to get out as fast as i can, so summer is what im really looking for.

3. has anyone done a program like this? and can you tell me about them?

ive heard you can go the semester after you graduate, but thats the time im saving for the peace corps.

1) Those roles you mentioned are not part of the CP. I believe they are PIs (Professional Internships) and most require you to do a CP first. If you do do a CP, for the PI you do have housing available but there's not enough room for everyone. So you would may have to find your own housing.

2) Unfortunately for the most part the summer program is for people who have down the CP already. Summer 2006 has been the only summer so far for first-time CPs, and the only roles available were custodial and QSFB (quick service food & beverage).

3) I have done the CP (on my third program) and the roles I have done are merchandise, character attentant, and am currently doing custodial.

 

[fureska]

Hey Everyone!

Im pretty new to the disboards and just thought I'd throw myself out there. I got excepted for the Fall 07 program in QFB, and I'm checking in September 5th. I was wondering if anyone else was checking in on this date as well. It's my second program. I did merchandise Fall of 05, and I cant wait to go back.

 

[Sehsun]

Hey Everyone!

Im pretty new to the disboards and just thought I'd throw myself out there. I got excepted for the Fall 07 program in QFB, and I'm checking in September 5th. I was wondering if anyone else was checking in on this date as well. It's my second program. I did merchandise Fall of 05, and I cant wait to go back.

Hi and welcome to DISboards! Congrats on being accepted in the CP! I will be doing the program too, but I'm arriving on August 13 (exactly 2 months from now)! That's cool that you're doing it for the 2nd time.

 

[Joanna71985]

Hey Everyone!

Im pretty new to the disboards and just thought I'd throw myself out there. I got excepted for the Fall 07 program in QFB, and I'm checking in September 5th. I was wondering if anyone else was checking in on this date as well. It's my second program. I did merchandise Fall of 05, and I cant wait to go back.

Hey! Welcome to Dis. I currently am on my third program (the summer alumni) doing custodial. I did merchandise for my first program too, Spring 2005. And I am also from NJ.

 

[fureska]

Hey! Welcome to Dis. I currently am on my third program (the summer alumni) doing custodial. I did merchandise for my first program too, Spring 2005. And I am also from NJ.

Hey. Thanks! Thats awesome! Are you enjoying the summer program? Do you go to school in NJ? Where did you do your Merchandise program? I was in DD PI/WS. It was great.

 

[fureska]

Hi and welcome to DISboards! Congrats on being accepted in the CP! I will be doing the program too, but I'm arriving on August 13 (exactly 2 months from now)! That's cool that you're doing it for the 2nd time.

That sounds great. Last time I did my program I arrived at the soonest possible day I could. But this time around unfortunately Im going camping and had prior plans so the 5th was when I could go. What role are you going down for?

 

[HallGirl]

Hi, everyone!
I'll be doing the Fall CP at Disney World, coming on Aug 15, cast in custodial. My sister is also doing the program, in custodial. We're trying to figure out how we should get there. We were thinking of renting a car and driving in order to get all our stuff there. However, we're not sure about driving back in January. So, now we're thinking about flying there and renting a car and then buying the stuff we need. Does anyone have recommendations/suggestions? What have other people done as far as getting there? Another issue we've been thinking about is what to do with the stuff we buy (bedding, towels, that sort of thing) when we fly back? Any help will be appreciated because we need to figure out what we're doing now so that if we decide to fly we can get a good deal on the plane tickets.

 

[sandicinderelli]

Hi, HallGirl! Congrats on getting accepted to do the CP! I flew to Orlando when I did my CP last semester and the ticket was expensive even 2 months out. If you and your sister have a car, I highly recommend that you drive to Orlando. It may take longer to get there, but at least you are not limited to bring a certain amount of things.

I bought a huge suitcase and I ended up checking 3 bags and carrying on 1 bag. Plus, I had to vaccuum pack a lot of my clothes so that other stuff could fit in my suitcases. If you need to rent a car, what you may want to do is contact a rental car company that is near Vista Way Apartments so that it is easier to return the car.

My program was great, but I think it would have been even better if I had a car with me. Hope this helps!

 

[badktty]

Hi, everyone!
I'll be doing the Fall CP at Disney World, coming on Aug 15, cast in custodial. My sister is also doing the program, in custodial. We're trying to figure out how we should get there. We were thinking of renting a car and driving in order to get all our stuff there. However, we're not sure about driving back in January. So, now we're thinking about flying there and renting a car and then buying the stuff we need. Does anyone have recommendations/suggestions? What have other people done as far as getting there? Another issue we've been thinking about is what to do with the stuff we buy (bedding, towels, that sort of thing) when we fly back? Any help will be appreciated because we need to figure out what we're doing now so that if we decide to fly we can get a good deal on the plane tickets.

I wish I had some advice to give you but, I haven't started the program yet, either.
I just wanted to say CONGRATS on your acceptance...and I'm really excited to see more August 15th people!!

 

[Joanna71985]

Hey. Thanks! Thats awesome! Are you enjoying the summer program? Do you go to school in NJ? Where did you do your Merchandise program? I was in DD PI/WS. It was great.

It's not too bad. I do go to school in NJ. I go to Montclair State. And I did merchandise in Fantasyland at MK.

Hi, everyone!
I'll be doing the Fall CP at Disney World, coming on Aug 15, cast in custodial. My sister is also doing the program, in custodial. We're trying to figure out how we should get there. We were thinking of renting a car and driving in order to get all our stuff there. However, we're not sure about driving back in January. So, now we're thinking about flying there and renting a car and then buying the stuff we need. Does anyone have recommendations/suggestions? What have other people done as far as getting there? Another issue we've been thinking about is what to do with the stuff we buy (bedding, towels, that sort of thing) when we fly back? Any help will be appreciated because we need to figure out what we're doing now so that if we decide to fly we can get a good deal on the plane tickets.

Can't help with the car thing, but I am currently doing custodial.

 

[hopesethigh]

Hey everyone! It's so awesome to see people getting accepted, I can't wait to meet you guys!

I have a quick question, I will be flying to Orlando (driving from Oregon is too far for me) and I was wondering if I could get some tips. I'm flying Jet Blue Airlines and I'm wondering about what things I need to buy while I'm still home, and the things I should wait for until I get down there.

Also, what is the dress standard for Traditions and other classes for a guy? Is a tie mandatory? If not, just nice khaki's and a dress shirt? I checked out the site, but it wasn't too clear except on the fact of not wearing Polo's.

Thanks!

 

[nsudisneyrep]

Has anyone ever done QSFB? What exactly is it like?

I am so excited!!! I can't believe I got accepted!

I did QSFB in Animal Kingdom Fall Advantage 2004. I LOVED IT! The people you work with become your family and you ENJOY going to work everyday! The work is hectic but once you get in the swing of things, its a piece of cake! You'll do awesome, everyone will, cause working at such an awesome place brings out the best in you.

Good luck to everyone!

 

[sammielynn]

Hey everyone! It's so awesome to see people getting accepted, I can't wait to meet you guys!

I have a quick question, I will be flying to Orlando (driving from Oregon is too far for me) and I was wondering if I could get some tips. I'm flying Jet Blue Airlines and I'm wondering about what things I need to buy while I'm still home, and the things I should wait for until I get down there.

Also, what is the dress standard for Traditions and other classes for a guy? Is a tie mandatory? If not, just nice khaki's and a dress shirt? I checked out the site, but it wasn't too clear except on the fact of not wearing Polo's.

Thanks!

I do know that they take a bus to Wal-Mart each week, you could take it and get the tings you need there. Also just be sure and make friends with someone that has a car.

 

[C.C.H.M.]

hopesethigh: Save the things you don't really need right away for when you get down there. I know a lot of people who just brought clothes and bought everything else. Though having your own bedding is nice. As for Traditions, I seem to remember a lot of ties, you should probably bring one just incase.

 

[Sehsun]

That sounds great. Last time I did my program I arrived at the soonest possible day I could. But this time around unfortunately Im going camping and had prior plans so the 5th was when I could go. What role are you going down for?

I am going to be working in Entertainment and will be very good friends with .....

 

[Pirate_Princess2324]

It may have been asked already, but 86 pages is alot to look through. Does the program accept post grads?I have a pretty heavy schedule for the next two years (maybe three) but I would LOVE to participate in the program. I read there was an Animal Kingdom backstage opportunity...is that true?

 

[Sehsun]

Hehe, yup, there are a whole lot of posts to read through on this thread. I was considering starting over and reading through them now that I know more about the program, but I decided not to.

If you apply to the College Program while you are still enrolled in school, you meet the eligibility requirements. Also, I believe they do accept people in grad school as well. You could also apply for a Professional Internship (PI).

 

[Joanna71985]

However, for most of the PIs you need to have done the CP first though.