Can you be married in the Disney College Program?

Married housing is not exclusively offered within housing. However, married couples who are interested in sharing an apartment will both need to be participating in a Disney Program, and may also need to opt-in to mixed-gender housing if applicable.



Yes, you can certainly be married while participating in the Disney College Program (DCP) in 2026. There is no marital status requirement for the program; however, being married does not grant you special housing privileges. DCP participants are typically required to live in the Flamingo Crossings Village housing complex, where apartments are shared with other program participants of the same gender. Disney does not provide "married student housing," meaning if you choose to live in Disney-sponsored housing, you will likely be separated from your spouse. Many married participants in 2026 choose to "opt-out" of Disney housing and rent an apartment off-site together, though this requires you to provide your own transportation to the parks. Additionally, while you are a Disney employee, the DCP does not provide "Spouse Passes" for theme park entry; your spouse would need to use one of your limited "Guest Passes" (earned after working specific hour milestones) to enter the parks for free.

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International Program participants must pay the full, non-refundable program fee of $442* upon acceptance of their offer. Domestic (College, Culinary) Program participants will pay the $442 fee in two phases: Upon acceptance: $240 for program fees, activities, events and administration.

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Participants are responsible for the housing cost for their apartment each week (Sunday – Saturday) that they are on the program. Please review your signed payroll deduction request form for the weekly rate of your apartment.

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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.

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Mixed-gender housing provides program participants, based on availability, the option to live and roommate link with whomever they choose, regardless of their sex or gender identity. You could be placed in a mixed-gender apartment unit and/OR a shared mixed-gender bedroom.

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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.

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Disney pays for 100 percent of tuition at select schools Disney partners with Guild Education to provide programs at schools like Purdue University Global, Southern New Hampshire University, University of Arizona, Brandman University, University of Florida Online, and University of Denver, among others.

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If you do not purchase a decal, you should not bring your vehicle, as you will NOT have a place to park. Once parking decals sell out, there may not be another opportunity to purchase a decal. If you do not have a vehicle, you may use the complimentary bus transportation, which can take you to and from work.

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Disney College Program Salary FAQs The average Disney College Program hourly pay ranges from approximately $14 per hour for a Lifeguard to $21 per hour for a Food and Beverage. Disney College Program employees rate the overall compensation and benefits package 3.6/5 stars.

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Length of the Disney College Program The Disney College Program typically runs 5-7 months — but some students can extend their internship to a full 12 months! Participants can choose their arrival date based on when they submit their application.

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As of Nov 7, 2023, the average hourly pay for the Disney College Program jobs category in the United States is $19.66 an hour.

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Disney College Program has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, based on over 361 reviews left anonymously by employees. 81% of employees would recommend working at Disney College Program to a friend and 13% have a positive outlook for the business. This rating has decreased by -5% over the last 12 months.

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Complimentary Tickets If you are at Walt Disney World Resort, you will have the opportunity to earn additional complimentary One-Day Park Hopper tickets so you can enjoy the parks with your family and friends, too. After working your first 150 hours, you'll earn your first set of complimentary tickets.

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Benefits and Perks
  • Weekly Pay. Cast members are paid on a weekly basis. ...
  • Health Insurance. Affordable health insurance options, such as medical, dental and vision coverage, may be available for full-time positions.
  • Retirement Programs. ...
  • Paid Time Off. ...
  • Tuition Assistance. ...
  • Wellness Programs. ...
  • CHILD CARE SUPPORT. ...
  • Career Development.


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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.

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Once you apply, you will be asked to do a web-based interview. If you pass, you'll have to then complete a phone interview. You might have to wait either a few weeks or even a few months to get results.

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Any CMU student (or Guest student from another institutions) who is at least 18 years old and will have completed one semester before they attend the program can apply online to Disney. Students can range from Freshman- Senior year and be from any major.

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The Disney College Program offers students a combination of on-the-job experience, college coursework, and immersion. In most cases, you'll have the chance to interact with individuals from around the world, reside in company-sponsored housing, and engage in paid internships at Disney theme parks and resorts.

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Look no further than the Disney College Program! Because the Disney College Program allows you to earn 12-15 credit hours toward graduation while at Disney, you remain a full-time student. Those hours also count toward your 800-hour requirement for industry experience at NU.

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