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Academic Year 2009-2010
The UNCG
Disney International College Program is a unique study abroad program that
enables you to work (i.e., undertake an Academic Training Program) while in the
The following information is accurate as of the time of its writing;
however, it is subject to change without notice.
IPC will make every effort to communicate any program changes. For more
general information about UNCG and
1. Contact Information:
Jonathan Santos
Email: ipg_dcp@uncg.edu
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Office address: |
The International Programs Center (IPC) |
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Office telephone: |
336.334.5404 |
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Office hours: |
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Mon - Fri) |
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Other
Staff: |
Dr. Bud Miles & Dr. Steve Lucas, Mrs. Kristin M. B. Walker Faculty
Director & Academic Advisor for Program Associate UNCG Disney
International College Program disney@uncg.edu |
2. Accepting/ Responding to your Disney Offer:
Disney will send you instructions for next steps (see below under #4).
3. When should you arrive? Disney provides exact information about
arrival date. Be sure to read all
information received from Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. and provide any
information that is requested.
Instructions to notify Disney about arrival will be sent in a packet
once you “accept” Disney’s offer and pay your accommodation deposit.
4. Getting to
All UNCG Disney International College Program students should notify Disney of
your flight information and follow their directions to take the Mears Shuttle
Service to the apartment complex. Each
will receive a $5 off coupon towards the Mears shuttle service in your
acceptance packet from Disney. Students can take the shuttle to Vista Way
Apartment complex where you will be met by the Disney Arrivals Team. If you
arrive on your own earlier than your scheduled arrival date, you will have to
make arrangements to get from the airport to the hotel where you will be
staying.
5. Orientation Program: The
Orientation for UNCG Disney International College Students takes place
beginning the day after arrival. Please
try to arrive no later than the arrival day in
You will participate in Orientation Activities which will include Disney
traditions (training), trip to Social Security office, housing information
session and meetings with UNCG staff regarding visa compliance and the academic
component of the program.
6. Housing
during the Direct to Disney Program: UNCG Disney International College
Students will have the opportunity to meet and live with people from all over
the country, as well as the world within Disney’s housing complexes. One- to
four-bedroom apartments with 2 people to a room are available, and housing
costs are determined when participants check in on their arrival day. All
apartment assignments are based on availability. In assigning apartments,
participants will be separated by gender and age (over or under the age of 21).
For a complete list of amenities
provided and to see sample rooms please click on the following link.
http://www.disneyinternationalprograms.com/j1/living_floorplans.html
Are cooking facilities provided?
Yes, all apartments include a kitchen
Are bed linens and blankets provided? No
Are towels provided? No
Are laundry facilities available? Yes
Is transportation provided to work
and supermarkets?
8. Estimated Housing Costs (2009-10)
Housing costs vary depending on the size of the apartment
and which complex a participant is assigned to live in during his/her program.
Housing Cost Estimate (this includes all
amenities.): $80 to $105 per week.
These rates are based on the number of bedrooms and varying amenities among the
complexes. They do not include any applicable taxes. Participants
will also be responsible for a one-time approximately
$100.00 (PAID to Disney) Program Assessment and Activities Fee. The
non-refundable fee helps support the events and activities scheduled in the
housing complexes throughout the program. Be sure to follow the instructions
given by Disney.
NB: Housing costs are automatically deducted weekly from Cast Members'
paychecks.
9.
Meals: The apartments are furnished with a full-size kitchen with a
stove, microwave and a fridge. Some
utensils are provided for the students to be able to cook. There are "cast member cafeterias"
at each theme park and water park where students can purchase meals at lower
prices than what guests pay in the parks.
Most students bring a bag lunch with them or (depending on shift) wait
until they get home to eat.
Cast members do get discounts at restaurants on property, but they cannot take
their lunch break and eat at one of the restaurants while they are in costume.
10.
Estimated personal expenses: You
should budget a minimum of $150-$300 per month for miscellaneous costs such as
local travel, entertainment, supplies, etc. You will also be expected to
purchase UNCG’s mandatory insurance policy and you will be expected to pay in
full two weeks prior to arrival. (See below under # 11.)
11.
Insurance:
The insurance cost is determined by the
length of the program and is between$450- $550 (Subject
to Change). The full insurance cost must be paid in full to UNCG 2 weeks prior to arrival at Disney.
NB: The only exception to this mandatory UNCG Insurance is if you have a
documented preexisting illness. Any documented, pre-existing condition should
be reported prior to arrival.
12.
Medical Requirement/Health Services: As a UNCG Disney International
College Student, you are not required to fill out any “Student Medical
Forms”. The state of
13. Transportation:
Transportation service is available to Cast Members who live at one of Disney’s
apartment complexes (i.e.,
14. Employment: As academic
training is an essential component of this program, students are granted
Academic Training authorization which allows them to work at
15.
Visa Documents: UNCG serves as the
Visa Sponsor for this program, and is responsible for providing information for
maintaining status. You will receive
your DS-2019 in your UNCG acceptance packet.