Do you have to be a full-time student for Disney College Program?


Do you have to be a full-time student for Disney College Program? Eligibility. Students must be enrolled as a full-time or part-time student in a School of Culinary Arts, or enrolled in a culinary/baking and pastry school or have graduated within 24 months of the application posting date.


What are the odds of getting into the Disney College Program?

Google says the acceptance rate for the DCP is 20% of applicants.


What is the minimum hours for Disney College Program?

It is a paid internship and participants are guaranteed to be scheduled for a minimum of 30 hours per week. Pay is weekly and housing costs (rent) are deducted automatically from the weekly paycheck.


Do Disney College Program get free admission for family?

You get to go to the parks for FREE. You'll also get complimentary tickets for every 150 hours worked, so you can bring your friends and family who aren't Cast Members into the parks as well! Oh, and you'll also get some pretty nice discounts at the merchandise shops and restaurants.


Does the Disney College Program care about grades?

Grades are not considered for the DCP. One must be enrolled in college when they apply.


Why did I get rejected from the Disney College Program?

Having graduated outside of the eligibility window. Not being able to provide unrestricted work authorization in the United States, if required (usually for international students who are studying outside of the United States) Not meeting a minimum requirement as stated in the job description.


What is the average age of Disney College Program participants?

The program is aimed towards that 'average' college age, 18-23, but non-traditional students are welcome to apply and do get accepted!


Do you have to live in Disney housing for college program?

College and Culinary Program participants are eligible to opt-out of housing for their program during DORMS registration. Prior to your scheduled arrival you will receive an email directing you to log in and complete DORMS registration.


What happens after you finish the Disney College Program?

After leaving the program, participants are invited to join the Alumni Association and receive special information and items. If your child has not received this invitation, they may sign up here. They are also invited to apply for Alumni-Only Disney Professional Internships and other roles within the organization.


Do you have to take college classes while in the Disney College Program?

Credit is earned primarily for the work experience. There are no Central Michigan University classes that you attend while participating in the Disney College Program. Each student earns credit for the entire Disney College Program experience at Disney, which include work, education, and living components.


Is it worth it to do the Disney College Program?

I am truly so lucky to have worked there and met the people I did. The Disney Parks are nothing without the front line Cast Members who make magic everyday. I can't emphasize enough how much I enjoyed my program, even with the hard days. Until next time!


What GPA do you need for Disney College Program?

Step 1: Make sure you meet the eligibility requirements. Achieving a program GPA of 2.0 or higher. Being enrolled at a college or university in the semester prior to your internship with the Disney College Program (Disney requirement).


How many hours a week is Disney College Program?

It is a paid internship and participants are guaranteed to be scheduled for a minimum of 30 hours per week. Pay is weekly and housing costs (rent) are deducted automatically from the weekly paycheck. CPs are eligible for overtime (1.5x after 8 hours in a shift or after 40 hours in a pay period.


What GPA do you need for Disney college?

Students who are registered for a single class must successfully complete that class to remain eligible. All students must have completed 12 credit hours and maintain a cumulative 2.0 GPA. These credentials must be fulfilled by the conclusion of the semester that precedes the DCP internship.


Where do Disney College Program kids stay?

Our program participants live at Flamingo Crossings Village, an American Campus Community (ACC), located next door to Walt Disney World® Resort near Orlando, Florida.