The College Program Questions thread

[Sorahana]

Yes you need to bring your own tv. Same goes for computers, I'd suggest a router so everyone in the apartment can share a wireless signal.

Vista is a much older complex, Chatham is newer and tends to be nicer when it comes to the condition of the apartments and the overall look (at least, I think so).

Vista is located on 535 right next to Walgreens and Bennigans. Chatham is located in Little Lake Bryan, about a 5 minute drive depending on traffic lights. The Commons, an apartment complex where the International Program CM's are housed, is also in LLB.

Vista has hot tubs, Chatham doesn't.

Honestly, there is a difference in how loud the complexes are. I don't know if it's because people do their homework online in advance and discover that Vista is the more rowdy of the two and they pick accordingly, or if it's because since Chatham is newer, people are less inclined to trash the place. Either way, I never had problems sleeping in Chatham at night, no matter what time I went to bed.

Hmm...I'm liking the location for Vista better b/c its near somewhere in case of emergencies (food,etc) but I'd prefer not to be in a "PARTY WHOO!!" area lol XD.
I've just heard about underage drinking and stuff and don't want to end up getting in trouble because someone I'm with drinks and I don't (and prefer not to lol).

No offense to anyone btw ^^;. Chatham is more expensive then Vista as well isn't it?

(INTERVIEW TODAY...AHHHH NERVOUSSSSS)

 

[negation101]

I just interviewed for my position and it sounds like I got attractions! She was asking me if I could remember long character spiels and if I wanted to work where I interact with guests all the time! I told her I attractions was my first choice and that I would love to do it! I am so excited!!!

She said for me to fax the application, but the thing is is that I dont have a fax machine nearby... is there an email address where I can e-mail it? she said I could do that as an alternative but she couldn't find the address.

And to stay on topic, I think I would much rather live in Vista seeing as how it is closer to other things (supermarkets, etc) Whether or not I get caught up in the party scene is completely and soley up to me....

 

[jeff318]

She said for me to fax the application, but the thing is is that I dont have a fax machine nearby... is there an email address where I can e-mail it? she said I could do that as an alternative but she couldn't find the address.

Here's what was in the email I received:

If you would like to scan and email your documents, please use black and white, low-resolution (72 dpi) settings and create a jpg, gif, pdf or png document to send to us. You can send the materials right back to this address wdw.college.recruiting@disney.com with the subject line E-Presentation Application & Role Checklist.

 

[Sorahana]

I just interviewed for my position and it sounds like I got attractions! She was asking me if I could remember long character spiels and if I wanted to work where I interact with guests all the time! I told her I attractions was my first choice and that I would love to do it! I am so excited!!!

She said for me to fax the application, but the thing is is that I dont have a fax machine nearby... is there an email address where I can e-mail it? she said I could do that as an alternative but she couldn't find the address.

And to stay on topic, I think I would much rather live in Vista seeing as how it is closer to other things (supermarkets, etc) Whether or not I get caught up in the party scene is completely and soley up to me....

I interviewed today too and she asked me about Attractions (she said it would be a good job for me due to my major) but I dunno how I did otherwise...I think I sounded dumb -_- lol. I felt so dumb when asked a scenario question about what to do about a kid who was too short to ride a ride with his family ;_;. (I said to recommend a ride that they could all go on together..I know another choice I could have made but I didn't want to get too technical T.T ugh I am kicking myself for that)

I faxed mine already, hurray? Lol. I want to know why we have to fax in the forms AND mail them in hehe.

Good luck to everyone!!

 

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

hm that's weird b/c from my interview I have no idea what I will get. She asked me what my history was with hair salons/make up/nails for BBB and asked me about history for character attendant but my question was based on if a guest was looking for something in particular how would I help them which doesn't really have anything to do with either, its more a general so I have no Idea what I'll get lol.

 

[Sorahana]

hm that's weird b/c from my interview I have no idea what I will get. She asked me what my history was with hair salons/make up/nails for BBB and asked me about history for character attendant but my question was based on if a guest was looking for something in particular how would I help them which doesn't really have anything to do with either, its more a general so I have no Idea what I'll get lol.

Yea I have no clue either...I just told her "no" to Merchandise because I want to do a job that applies more to my major and she said Attractions probably does so I dunno. WAITING GAME GO ;_;.

 

[negation101]

Who knows? MAybe we both will get attractions! that would be cool!

For that same question I answered that I would be nice and talk to her about her not being able to be able to go on the ride but possibly next year! And that she should come back sometime soon 'cause we would love to have her on the ride!

I think im going to watch the E Presentation again... wow im a dork..

 

[SamRoc]

Well, to be a performer you need to attend a character audition. There is no guarantee about getting a face role. It is difficult to get. Also, there is no CP role for working with animals. In order to do those you would need to do a PI (professional internship).

Just learning about the college program. My dd is a freshman with a major in Theatre Arts/Musical Theatre Minor. She said she is interested in auditioning for a face character role. Can you audition freshman year, or do you have to complete one year of college first? Thanks.

 

[jeff318]

Just learning about the college program. My dd is a freshman with a major in Theatre Arts/Musical Theatre Minor. She said she is interested in auditioning for a face character role. Can you audition freshman year, or do you have to complete one year of college first? Thanks.

You just need one semester of college done.

 

[SamRoc]

You just need one semester of college done.

Thank you! We are just now doing research for my dd. We talked about it and she would love to be able to do this in the future.

 

[Sorahana]

Who knows? MAybe we both will get attractions! that would be cool!

For that same question I answered that I would be nice and talk to her about her not being able to be able to go on the ride but possibly next year! And that she should come back sometime soon 'cause we would love to have her on the ride!

I think im going to watch the E Presentation again... wow im a dork..

Yea it would be cool lol XD. I WAS going to say that to the kid if that really hapened but I thought about making the kid cry saying that or something ^^; lol.

The e-presentation is so addicting to watch hehe.

 

[Joanna71985]

Good luck to everyone who applied.

 

[ak714251]

Hey guys,

I just had my interview on Tuesday. I also want to do attractions. I'm graduating in December and plan on doing the Spring session.

Can anyone give some serious pros and cons of the whole experience. I mean, disney makes it sound amazing, which I'm sure it is, but I sort of want hear some more from people whove already do the program, or maybe if you've hear from someone who has.

Thanks!

 

[Joanna71985]

Hey guys,

I just had my interview on Tuesday. I also want to do attractions. I'm graduating in December and plan on doing the Spring session.

Can anyone give some serious pros and cons of the whole experience. I mean, disney makes it sound amazing, which I'm sure it is, but I sort of want hear some more from people whove already do the program, or maybe if you've hear from someone who has.

Thanks!

I have done the CP 3 times. In my opinion, it is a great experience. You get to work for a great company, and Disney looks good on a resume. Plus you get to go into the parks for free. If I didn't have to go to class, I would add more. But I will add more later.

 

[Sehsun]

Hey guys,

I just had my interview on Tuesday. I also want to do attractions. I'm graduating in December and plan on doing the Spring session.

Can anyone give some serious pros and cons of the whole experience. I mean, disney makes it sound amazing, which I'm sure it is, but I sort of want hear some more from people whove already do the program, or maybe if you've hear from someone who has.

Thanks!

It has been so neat to work for a company like Disney. I am doing the CP right now, and it has been a pretty good experience. There is also

this thread

and

this thread

which will give you some insider information.

Hope it helps!!

 

[jskeleton169]

Can someone tell me exactly how and what i must do to audition for character because i refuse to be near food and since i cant work with animals till i get my degree i need help. POR FAVOR!! Also will it help if I tell the interviewer that I've been to Disney World about 11 times???

 

[Sehsun]

Can someone tell me exactly how and what i must do to audition for character because i refuse to be near food and since i cant work with animals till i get my degree i need help. POR FAVOR!! Also will it help if I tell the interviewer that I've been to Disney World about 11 times???

Audition dates, times, and locations are now posted at www.disneycollegeprogram.com/entertainment! You can attend any of the auditions you want. Be sure to get there on time. PM me if you have any other questions!

Hehe, I don't know if telling your interviewer that you've been to WDW numerous times will be advantageous for getting into the program, but that shows how much you love Disney.

 

[alana is splashtrash]

Hi everyone! My name's Alana, and I love WDW! Obviously, or else I wouldn't be here. Okay, my question...I've been hearing from a lot of people that they've already been accepted..I'm scared that when they finally get to me they'll already have enough people (my presentation at school isn't until October 17), I don't want this to happen! Can someone tell me how many people usually apply, and how many people usually get it? I just want to be reassured...thanks!

-Alana

 

[Joanna71985]

Hi everyone! My name's Alana, and I love WDW! Obviously, or else I wouldn't be here. Okay, my question...I've been hearing from a lot of people that they've already been accepted..I'm scared that when they finally get to me they'll already have enough people (my presentation at school isn't until October 17), I don't want this to happen! Can someone tell me how many people usually apply, and how many people usually get it? I just want to be reassured...thanks!

-Alana

Don't worry. My first CP the presentation was late, and I still was accepted.

 

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

I thought the same thing. My college one wasn't until oct 31 and I even signed up for it when I filled out the application but I decided I didn't want to wait (and the campus is the same as online) so I decided to watch the E and when I scheduled my phone interview they said that was fine that I decided to switch. I had my phone interview last Wed and got my letters yesterday (only took 8 days).

W/my roomie, she applied late, did the dance audtion, didnt get that role, and was put in hospitality (her 2nd choice but they lost her paperwork or something so i dunno if they felt bad or what). I think that they have so many spots open for each job and well, i guess they fill them in some special way lol. so if you decide you don't want to wait, you can go ahead and watch the E and schedule ur phone interview.