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How many hours is the Disney College Program?

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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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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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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To meet the requirements for the programs, you must be at least 18 years old by the time your program starts, have unrestricted work authorization (meaning you have to take a semester off from school for this program), and be enrolled part or full time at an accredited college or university.

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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.

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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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Additionally, while participating in the Disney College Program, students can continue to take online courses through their university of enrollment, and remain on track with their degree program.

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enroll in the course during the semester you attend. Not being enrolled in courses for a semester will impact your graduation date.

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The highest-paying job at Disney College Program is an Intern with a salary of $36,064 per year.

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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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All students must have completed 12 credit hours and maintain a cumulative 2.0 GPA.

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If you don't already know how to cook, it would be a good idea to learn before you arrive. Unlike college, the DCP does not offer meal plans and eating out will get very expensive. If you plan to live in housing, you should be aware there are very strict rules.

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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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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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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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