The College Program Questions thread

[DJR]

Thanks for the info! (this is clayinct, this is my dad's sn i just cant figure out how to log him off lol)

 

[muse_ginny]

I am interested in the CP for Spring 2008. I am a theatre major with dance and music training as well.

1. How do I sign up for an audition? Do I need to attend a live presentation or can I just do the e-presentation? What does the audition consist of and how difficult is it?

Sorry if these have already been asked.

 

[Joanna71985]

I am interested in the CP for Spring 2008. I am a theatre major with dance and music training as well.

1. How do I sign up for an audition? Do I need to attend a live presentation or can I just do the e-presentation? What does the audition consist of and how difficult is it?

Sorry if these have already been asked.

To attend an audition, you need to interview first. You can either go to one at a school, or do the online presentation. The audition consists of two parts: animation, and then the dance part.

 

[joepic]

I've got a few questions about the program and are wondering if anyone could help me out.

About living arrangements, I know it sounds weird but I don't want any alcohol or partying to distract me from being there, so what can I do to help my chances of being placed into Chatham?

Also, are the amount of roommates assigned random, or is there a process behind that?

I don't want to be placed in Vista Way with any party goers and then being caught and having to leave the program. That's the last thing that I want to happen. How can I avoid this and increase my chances of being placed into Chatham? thanks I appreciate it!

 

[Sehsun]

First off, joepic, to the DISboards!

And now regarding your concerns....nah, doesn't sound weird at all - I'm in the same boat!

If you are over age 21, you will be placed in a non-wellness apartment (alcohol is allowed there). If you are under age 21, you will be placed in a wellness apartment (no alcohol allowed). However, if you are over age 21 and want to be in a wellness, you can request that.

I don't think there is any guarantee that you will get either Vista or Chatham...but in the past I have read that the people have asked CPers (on check-in day) whether they want high rent or low rent. If they answered "high," then they got Chatham, and if they answered "low," they got Vista. Not sure if this is true, perhaps a CP alumni can verify it?

I want to be placed in a wellness because I prefer not to be involved with alcohol, but then again, I'm afraid that I will room with someone who will sneak in alcohol. Hopefully I will get roommates who obey the rules.

 

[Disneygirl3919]

I have the same concerns as both of you. I'm not a drinker, and do not want to risk getting penalized for something I'm not involved in...I care too much about this program. Like the above two posters, would greatly appreciate advice on how to avoid getting in a messy situation simply because of a roommate issue.

 

[joepic]

First off, joepic, to the DISboards!

And now regarding your concerns....nah, doesn't sound weird at all - I'm in the same boat!

If you are over age 21, you will be placed in a non-wellness apartment (alcohol is allowed there). If you are under age 21, you will be placed in a wellness apartment (no alcohol allowed). However, if you are over age 21 and want to be in a wellness, you can request that.

I don't think there is any guarantee that you will get either Vista or Chatham...but in the past I have read that the people have asked CPers (on check-in day) whether they want high rent or low rent. If they answered "high," then they got Chatham, and if they answered "low," they got Vista. Not sure if this is true, perhaps a CP alumni can verify it?

I want to be placed in a wellness because I prefer not to be involved with alcohol, but then again, I'm afraid that I will room with someone who will sneak in alcohol. Hopefully I will get roommates who obey the rules.

thanks for the welcome!

I know about the whole over 21 deal as far as placing is concerned. Thanks for clarifying it for me. I just don't want anything to interfere or distract me from the real reason I'll want to be down there. What are the chances of getting into each complex anyway? Is Vista higher than Chatham or vise versa? I'm assuming Vista is the larger complex of the two. Thanks for your help, hopefully someone can help us out. thanks!

 

[joepic]

I have the same concerns as both of you. I'm not a drinker, and do not want to risk getting penalized for something I'm not involved in...I care too much about this program. Like the above two posters, would greatly appreciate advice on how to avoid getting in a messy situation simply because of a roommate issue.

thank you! that's exactly what i'm trying to say!

as for other questions if anyone could answer,

If i were to apply for the hopper position, how often do you change roles, and is your schedule always changing? or do you still typically have the same hours?

 

[RayaniFoxmur]

Hello everyone!

I'm very interested in the college program, but I'm hoping some of you can answer some more questions than the recruiter that I e-mailed did!

The recruiter mentioned married housing, since by the time I would be able to do this, FH and I would be married. Has anyone stayed in it? What is it like?

Can you be a college student anywhere and participate? FH is very interested as well, but due to his work schedule had to apply and start taking classes at DeVry's online college. He works all hours of the day and night right now, and going to Bowling Green like I do just wasn't an option for him. Would he have to apply and take classes at Bowling Green before he could apply?

How does becoming a character work? I know it's auditions, but I'm afraid I would not fit into the costumes and the recruiter helped me NONE with this. If I could not, would I have to reapply for the program, or would they place me as something like character handler (my second choice!) instead?

Thanks for all the help in advance! Really, we're both doing it because we're both interested in the other internships, but being an alumni is a requirement! Thanks again!

 

[BelleChick]

I have a few questions for anyone in entertainment...
1.How long did it take for you to hear if you were accepted or not?
2.If you were accepted, did your letter tell you what position you would be doing specifically or just gernerally (like parade performer, character performer, face performer, etc.)

 

[Joanna71985]

I have a few questions for anyone in entertainment...
1.How long did it take for you to hear if you were accepted or not?
2.If you were accepted, did your letter tell you what position you would be doing specifically or just gernerally (like parade performer, character performer, face performer, etc.)

I can answer the first part. I found out that I did not get performer in about 5-7 days. I then got my letter with the role 2-3 weeks later.

Also, it would not say parades in the letter (at least I don't think so). You have to attend another audition for extras (parades, shows).

 

[Sehsun]

Tomorrow is the day! I've been pretty nervous and excited. About how many hours should I expect to be at the audition?

 

[Joanna71985]

Good luck! I can't wait to hear how it goes.

 

[Disneygirl3919]

Good luck tomorrow! You'll do great and we're rooting for you! You can expect to be there anywhere from 2 to 4 hours...but it will fly! You'll have lots of fun! Good luck, and keep us posted!

 

[Sehsun]

Good luck! I can't wait to hear how it goes.

Thank you Joanna!

Good luck tomorrow! You'll do great and we're rooting for you! You can expect to be there anywhere from 2 to 4 hours...but it will fly! You'll have lots of fun! Good luck, and keep us posted!

Oh, okay - I feel like it will fly by too. Thank you Disneygirl!

 

[packwingfn]

Good luck Iris, I know you will do well!

 

[BelleChick]

I can answer the first part. I found out that I did not get performer in about 5-7 days. I then got my letter with the role 2-3 weeks later.

Also, it would not say parades in the letter (at least I don't think so). You have to attend another audition for extras (parades, shows).

Thanks for the info....do you know where you would have to go to try out for the parades and shows...is that separate from the college program?

Also...good luck Iris!

 

[Sehsun]

Thank you Derek and BelleChick! I woke up about half an hour ago - had trouble sleeping. I think I'll be okay though, just kinda excited/nervous.

 

[BelleChick]

Oh wow! I just noticed you are auditioning in Orlando...you will have the same recruiter/coreographer as I did because they said they were going to Orlando next! Don't be nervous...the worst part isn't the audition...it is waiting around after it to see if you got anything.

 

[Joanna71985]

Thanks for the info....do you know where you would have to go to try out for the parades and shows...is that separate from the college program?

Also...good luck Iris!

It's held in Disney. And it is seperate from the CP- anyone in entertainment can attend.