Disney pays for 100 percent of tuition at select schoolsDisney 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.
Program participants get free admission to the parks. After working 150 hours, they earn One-Day Park Hopper tickets to share with friends and family. Students will spend every working hour at Disney parks and resorts. Many of them will even live in Disney housing.
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.
Tuition AssistanceIncludes Educational reimbursement and Disney Aspire, which pays 100% tuition upfront at network schools for full-time and part-time hourly employees.
The employee benefitsThese include everything from free screenings of new film releases, and early finishes in the summer, to 40% off at Disney stores, and even 50% off cruises. Free access to Disney parks (arguably the best perk) along with free passes for friends and family for Disney resorts, are also available.
The average Walt Disney Company hourly pay ranges from approximately $15 per hour for a Cashier to $110 per hour for a Counsel. Walt Disney Company employees rate the overall compensation and benefits package 3.7/5 stars.
The Disney College Program is a sought after paid college internship program in the U.S. Not only do you get to work for Disney, you'll also gain professional and educational experience that stands out on your resume.
Disney College Program HousingStudents 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.
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.
For the 20th consecutive year, The Walt Disney Company has been recognized as the top-ranked media and entertainment company on Fortune's annual list of the ?World's Most Admired Companies,? released online today and in the magazine's February/March issue.
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.
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.
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.
Once housekeepers “earn their ears” and complete their training period, they are officially welcomed into their new role with a Housekeeping Graduation Ceremony! Unique to Disney, these ceremonies commemorate cast members' end-of-training milestone with a big celebration.