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Do you need a certain GPA for Disney College Program?

(The Disney College Program cannot serve as your first semester of college.) Your cumulative GPA must be at least 2.0 by the time you leave for Florida or California. (a 1.999 is not acceptable).



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Disney doesn't care about GPA since it's not included in the list of requirements. However, you'll have to meet your institution's requirements, and this may include getting a cumulative GPA.

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With thousands of eager students applying to the program every year, the competition is fierce. The Disney College Program acceptance rate currently rests at about 20%. The good news is that students who are rejected are always welcome to try again when the next round of applications opens up.

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

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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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Disney College Program Housing Students who become part of the program can choose to live in Disney-owned housing complexes near the resorts, with rent payments taken directly from the students' pay for working at the parks.

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

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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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If you do pass, you are invited to schedule a phone interview with a recruiter. After this you will wait to hear if you were accepted or not. It generally takes about two weeks to hear back, but sometimes people get pending status, which means they need more time to look at your application.

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Historically, the program has been very competitive, with over 12,000 applicants each year and an acceptance rate of under 20 percent.

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One thing to keep in mind is successfully completing the Disney College Program does not guarantee future employment, such as a job or another internship. However, we'll do everything we can to set you up for success and help you prepare for your career after the program.

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Best Tips and Advice
  1. Be yourself ALWAYS. ...
  2. Remember the 5 Keys and keywords like “guest,” “service,” and “experience.”
  3. Don't be shy! ...
  4. Do your research and come prepared. ...
  5. Be consistent in your WBI answers. ...
  6. Call the interviewer by their name during the interview and even ask about their experience working for Disney.


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Flamingo Crossings Village offers various modified apartments to meet accessible needs. Please communicate any needs prior to arrival by selecting “yes” under the “accommodation needed” section on the Dorms registration page.

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There are three different bedroom/bathroom apartment configurations, each designed for 4 people. You can choose from (from lower to higher cost order) a 2BR/2BA, with each bedroom and bathoom shared; a 4BR/2BA, with private bedroom and shared bathroom; or a 4BR/4BA with private bedrooms and bathrooms.

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On a positive note, the Disney College Program is an incredible opportunity that does wonders for ones' resume. If you've ever dreamed of working at Walt Disney World but aren't sure where to start, or you know the role in the company you'd like to end up in, you really should give the Disney College Program a try.

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Your requested departure date can be no more than three weeks prior to your original departure date. The deadline to request a school-related early release is seven weeks prior to your original departure date. Summer CE and Winter CE participants are not eligible for early departure.

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