So you’ve been accepted to the Disney College Program and can’t wait to start packing (even if it’s only March)!
What to pack:
Clothes - only the necessities because you either end up wearing the same few things or you buy more clothes. Trust me, I packed waaaaay too many clothes and it was such a waste of space. I only ended up wearing jean shorts (which match with everything) and tank tops. Even on cooler days I’d still wear shorts and I rarely wore sweatshirts/sweaters/jackets/pants.
You should be good with four pairs of shorts and like ten tank tops and a few tshirts and maybe one or two sweatshirts and a pair or two of pants. If I started with that many in the first place (and not half my closet) I would’ve been good because I ended up buying Disney clothing.
Don’t forget a bathing suit, it is Florida after all!
If you plan on hanging your clothes don’t forget hangers - Target and Walmart often run out during move in day so I’d recommend bringing your own if you have space.
BUSINESS CLOTHES are needed for Traditions and certain on the job/role trainings.
Clothes - only the necessities because you either end up wearing the same few things or you buy more clothes. Trust me, I packed waaaaay too many clothes and it was such a waste of space. I only ended up wearing jean shorts (which match with everything) and tank tops. Even on cooler days I’d still wear shorts and I rarely wore sweatshirts/sweaters/jackets/pants.
You should be good with four pairs of shorts and like ten tank tops and a few tshirts and maybe one or two sweatshirts and a pair or two of pants. If I started with that many in the first place (and not half my closet) I would’ve been good because I ended up buying Disney clothing.
Don’t forget a bathing suit, it is Florida after all!
If you plan on hanging your clothes don’t forget hangers - Target and Walmart often run out during move in day so I’d recommend bringing your own if you have space.
BUSINESS CLOTHES are needed for Traditions and certain on the job/role trainings.
SOCKS - most roles require a certain color and type of sock so leave some money for those. I had to buy both black and white socks (different lengths). They weren’t expensive but just keep in mind you probably won’t be able to wear your neon pink cheetah print socks.
SHOES - most roles must provide their own shoes (except QSFB and a few others). If you have to provide your own shoes they will probably be either PLAIN black or PLAIN white. Meaning whatever logo is on them it has to be the same color as your shoe (ex. if I need white sneakers and I choose Nike then the Nike swoosh has to be white like my sneaker) and they cannot be canvas shoes like Vans and Converse.
Locker lock - you have a locker in your apartment and if you choose to use it you’ll need a lock. You will also need a lock for your work lockers which I highly recommend because you don’t want people to steal your credit/debit cards, money, etc.
Pictures - print out tons of pictures. Some days you will miss friends and family from home so bring lots of photos! Everyone gets a bulletin board in their room and there’s also a really big one out in the living room. But don’t forget to have fun and take pictures with your Disney friends too!
Bedding - another thing you don’t want massive amounts of. I brought three sets of sheets/pillowcases and only ended up using my Minnie Mouse set. I thought I’d be too lazy to do laundry but I ended up doing laundry all the time so I would just wash my sheets and put them right back on my bed. You will also need a pillow or two. Another really useful thing was a bed pad since the beds are not that comfortable - a simple $10 Target one will work perfectly! And a warmer blanket like a comforter.
*Beds are a regular twin size
*You might want bed risers so you can store things/bins under your bed.
*Beds are a regular twin size
*You might want bed risers so you can store things/bins under your bed.
Bathroom stuff - you will need a shower curtain/liner and rug as well as your towels, shampoo, soap, trash bags, and toilet paper. Don’t forget deodorant - you will sweat alllll the time! And of course a toothbrush and toothpaste - something I still always forget and have to buy more of, maybe one day I’ll learn!
Laundry, Kitchen, and Cleaning Supplies - don’t forget about laundry supplies like detergent, dryer sheets, a hamper, laundry basket and that it costs $1-$2 to wash and dry each time. You will also want some cleaning supplies especially for when you have inspections - like lysol and a vacuum (which can be borrowed from your apartment complex’s Front Desk). Your kitchen will have dishes and silverware but you will need napkins, paper towels, hand soap, dish soap, sponges, aluminum foil, plastic wrap, etc.
Electronics - camera, computer, iPad, tv, chargers, etc. Though I will warn you that the internet can sometimes be soooooo slow that you just want to throw your computer across the room. If you need to print something you can go to your complex’s Clubhouse and print for free. You should also probably bring an extension cord since outlets are in random places and there aren’t that many.
You might also want to bring a game system for nights when you don’t want to go out but want to have friends over. Just Dance was also big in my apartment! Some other fun games can be Apples to Apples, Villains Monopoly, Haunted Mansion LIFE, etc.
***You will need to buy a router for your apartment (you only need one and everyone living in the same apartment can share).
You might also want to bring a game system for nights when you don’t want to go out but want to have friends over. Just Dance was also big in my apartment! Some other fun games can be Apples to Apples, Villains Monopoly, Haunted Mansion LIFE, etc.
***You will need to buy a router for your apartment (you only need one and everyone living in the same apartment can share).
Food - Publix is my favorite grocery store. Publix has so many Publix brand items which are cheaper and taste perfectly normal. Make sure to sign up for their coupons and discounts because those will save you money! Walmart is ALWAYS busy with tourists no matter when you go (even after midnight) so I would rarely go shopping there. It just was not worth the wait and trouble even though sometimes it was slightly cheaper. I also liked going to Target though that can also be another high tourist area though not as bad as Walmart. The buses go to Publix and Walmart but not Target so make friends with someone who has a car! It’s also nice to know someone with a car in case you need something from somewhere that the buses don’t go to or if you have an emergency.
There’s also a Cici’s down the street and it’s $3 for Cast Members so definitely go there when you find someone who has a car!
There’s also a Cici’s down the street and it’s $3 for Cast Members so definitely go there when you find someone who has a car!
Don’t forget to bring your medications if you take any and you might want to purchase some over the counter medicine like ibuprofen/pain relievers. There is Walgreens down the street (walking distance) where you can get your prescriptions filled, it is also in the same shopping center as Publix where the bus goes.
I wouldn’t really recommend posters or anything that you would put on the walls because you aren’t supposed to do that. But you could always tape/glue a poster onto poster board and lean it on the wall. We also had string lights in our apartment because we were able to get them to stay around the doors without having to use tape or anything.
You also aren’t allowed to have any weapons - that includes toy weapons (even Disney ones) such as light sabers. You and your entire apartment can get termed for that so don’t bring it. If you’re underage don’t drink or have alcohol in your apartment or in your car or on you, you and your entire apartment (and whoever else is with you) can also get termed for that.
