The Spring 2020 Disney College Program ended abruptly due to the current pandemic and the
Fall 2020 Disney College Program was canceled
as well, with no re-launching of the program in sight.
Will there be a Disney College Program in 2021?
Hi, there! This year, a Disney College Program is more than just valuable experience and magical moments.
Beginning in October 2021
, program participants will not only celebrate but help bring to life The World's Most Magical Celebration as the Walt Disney World® Resort commemorates its 50th anniversary.
Is the Fall 2020 Disney College Program Cancelled?
After suspending the Disney College Program at the start of the COVID-19 closures, Walt Disney World has now announced that the Fall 2020 program, which was set to begin in late August and run through January,
has been canceled
.
How expensive is the Disney College Program?
Q: How much does the program cost? A: There are a series of fees that must be paid while accepting an offer to complete the program that range from
about $415-435
for the Walt Disney World program. These fees cover the cost of housing events and rent payments for the first couple of weeks of the program.
Is the Disney College Program still happening?
Right now, we are also ready to welcome back students and are excited to announce the relaunch of the Disney College Program this June. … We are inviting participants whose program ended early or was suspended in 2020 to reapply and join us.
Is Disney College Program free admission?
After becoming official,
DCP cast members are able to enjoy complimentary admission to Disney's theme parks
, which are subject to block-out dates and other restrictions.
Is there an age limit for the Disney College Program?
The program recruits college students (
ages 18 and older
) of all majors for a semester-long paid internship program working at either the Orlando or Anaheim resorts, with the option of extending to almost a full year.
How many hours do you work in the Disney College Program?
Generally, students work
between 30 and 40 hours a week
and may have opportunities to pick up additional hours. During peak times you may be required to work as many as 60 or more hours per week.
Where do Disney cast members live?
Most Disney World cast members who are full-time employees live in the counties that make up the Central Florida area. In fact, most of them live in the
Orlando metropolitan area
.
Does the Disney College Program pay you?
The Walt Disney World College Program is
a national paid-internship program
owned and operated by the Walt Disney Company, and it could be your ticket into a career at the Magic Kingdom. College-age students can apply to take part in a program that is highly competitive and quite rigorous.
Does Disney pay for your housing?
Housing costs are automatically deducted weekly from cast members' paychecks
, so they don't have to worry about turning in a check at the beginning of the month. … Please note that Operating Participants should contact their Human Resources department with questions about weekly housing costs.
How hard is it to get hired at Disney World?
How Hard Is It to Land a Job at Disney Corporate? If you have a strong resume and good soft skills, it's
easy to get a job
at Disney. You need to find the positions that suit you best and make sure you have the right experience. Some people enter a Disney college program, which means you can intern for the company.
How many students get accepted into the Disney College Program?
What's the Disney College Program acceptance rate? The acceptace rate for the DCP varies depending on the program and the park. There is no specific amount but
nearly 12,000 students
apply each program and about 20% gets accepted.
Do Disney employees get family in for free?
If you love everything Disney, a job at Disney World may sound like a dream come true. For one, you'll get to take your friends and family to the theme parks because
Disney World employees get free tickets
. You'll also get tons of other freebies and discounts on Disney merchandise. But Disney World jobs are not easy.
How long do you have to work at Disney to get free tickets?
Theme Park Experiences
Complimentary theme park admission for full-time and part-time positions after
two weeks
of employment.
When can I apply to the Disney College Program?
College
freshmen may apply during their first semester of school
to participate during their second semester. The Disney College Program cannot serve as your first semester of school. Graduate students may apply.
