Frequently Asked Questions

• What is fieldwork credit & how is it earned?
• Who can take credit?
• How many credits can be taken?
• How will credit count?
• What is required to earn this credit?
• Is CMU an accredited institution?
• Have other colleges & universities accepted this credit as transfer credit?
• Can I enroll full-time (12 hours) for financial aid / insurance purposes?
• Does Disney have a place I can work (computer lab)?
• Can I get a refund if I withdraw?

What is fieldwork credit and how is it earned?
It’s a supervised work experience and training in a recreational/tourism facility for academic credit.  The credit is earned like an independent study class.  There are no Central Michigan University classes that you attend while participating in the Disney College Program.  Each student earns credit for the entire Disney College Program experience at Disney, which include work, education, and living components. [back to top]

Who can take credit?
Any student admitted to a college/university in the United States of America is eligible to register for credit. This includes any major or year in school, freshman through senior year. This credit program opportunity is designed for non-CMU students only. If you are a current CMU student, or attend a university outside of the United States, please contact us as we may have other options available to you. [back to top]

How many credits can be taken?
Students may take one credit for each week of work (40 hours per week) up to a maximum of twelve (12) credits.  Each student determines for them self how much credit they would like to take within the 1-12 credits available. [back to top]

How will the credit count?
Most institutions accept our credit as “general elective” credit.  Please check with your school before registering. [back to top]

What is required to earn this credit?
Fulfill your job commitment to The Walt Disney Company, attend and successfully complete one Disney Education Course (your choice), write a comprehensive evaluation paper of the entire experience (that includes a minimum of two Cast Member interviews) at the end of the program and submit a copy of your performance evaluation.  The fieldwork assignment that outlines these requirements can be found in the forms section of this site. [back to top]

Is CMU an accredited institution?
Yes, by the Commission on Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.  In 1982, CMU’s Recreation, Parks, and Leisure Services Administration department was recognized and fully accredited by the National Recreation and Park Association in all undergraduate programs and such accreditation still exists today. [back to top]

Have other colleges and universities accepted this credit as transfer credit?
Yes, over 200 other schools around the country have done so to date. [back to top]

Can a student enroll full time (12 credits) for the purpose of maintaining financial aid or parent’s insurance coverage?
Yes, check with your school or insurance company to find out their requirements before registering. [back to top]

Does Disney have a place where students can work on their assignment (such as a computer lab)?
Yes. For students in the Disney College Program at the Walt Disney World ® Resort, each living complex has their own computer lab available to students.   [back to top]

Can I get a refund if I withdraw from the course? 
Requests for withdrawal and refunds must be submitted in writing to the Center for Leisure Services.  The effective date of withdrawal is the date the notice is received by CMU.  When a student withdraws, refunds will be made according to the following schedule:

• 90% prior to the completion of one-sixth of the course.
• 50% prior to the completion of one-fourth of the course.
• No refund after one-fourth of the course has been completed

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