Program overview

Students will take classes and have the ability to earn up to five transfer credits from the University of Florida while participating in academic training and gaining valuable experience at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Learn about tourism, hospitality, destination and event management in a fun and exciting environment from best-in-class professors and industry experts in one of the world’s leading tourism destinations – Orlando, FL.

University of Florida

Students have the opportunity to become part of the Gator Nation and experience student life at the University of Florida (UF) before traveling to Walt Disney World. Students fly into Gainesville, FL and spend 8-10 days participating in a variety of activities including:
  • A campus orientation and tour, course instruction, meetings with UF students and faculty, entertaining and fun group outings, obtaining their Gator 1 ID card and opportunities to experience the Gainesville night life.
  • The tours and excursions include visits to Florida cultural and sport facilities, as well as visits to central and north Florida resorts and destinations where students will gain insight and knowledge from hospitality, tourism and recreation professionals.
Students will have the opportunity to stay in UF student dorms to get the full student experience. All meals and transportation will be provided for students until their arrival at the Walt Disney World Resort.

The Walt Disney World Resort

Working

The Disney Education Program provides students with real-world hospitality and business experience and classroom education at one of the world’s leading companies. Program participants will have the opportunity to work at any one of Walt Disney World Resort theme parks, resorts or other recreational areas including water parks and Downtown Disney Area. Participants will work full time hours and receive a competitive hourly wage.

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