The time has come for you to gather your whozits and whatzits galore! Packing for the International College Program- The Ultimate List! Follow our DCP Packing List and you are sure to have a magical time!
Okay so starting your DCP Packing List is of THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS YOU WILL PACK!
Start checking these items off your DCP Packing List right away!
- Passport
- I.D.
- US Social Security Card (If you have worked in the US before)
- Visa Documents
- Proof of Medical Insurance
- Onboarding Documents
- Offer Letter
- Proof of Student Status form
- Background Check
- Visa card and US Cash
If you have the above documents you will literally need nothing else but yourself to enjoy the college program HOWEVER…You may want to think about packing a few of the things continued below on our DCP Packing List just in case 😉
Clothes
- 3 Business Outfits (Disney Look) including a blazer or nice cardigan with long sleeves so you don’t get cold in the air conditioned classrooms at Disney University!
- Sundresses a plenty!
- Shorts
- Skirts
- Tank Tops
- Sweater- Bring one and buy a cute Disney one once you get their of course <3
- Lounge wear for apartment- Leggings, comfy tees, sweatpants
- PJ’s
- Socks/Underwear
- Bra/sports bra/bralette
- Active wear (Maybe you will workout? Who knows?)
- Swimsuits
- Rain Jacket and/or poncho
- Canada Day Gear (OR clothes to represent your home country!)
Toiletries
Depending on the size of your suitcase you may choose to purchase some of these items once you arrive however be sure to bring everything you cannot easily purchase with you (I.e. Contacts!)
- Contacts
- Contact solution
- Shampoo/Conditioner
- Face cleanser
- Razor
- Shower Gel
- Makeup
- Hairbrush
- Flat iron
- Curling iron
- Hair Dryer
Shoes and Bags
- Flip Flops X 2
- Sandals
- Running Shoes
- TOMS
- Flats for traditions
- Wedges
- Beach bag
- Purse
- Park bag
Electronics
- Phone
- Phone charger
- Camera
- Camera charger
- Memory card
- Laptop
- Laptop Charger
- Headphones
- Bluetooth speaker
Other
Some other necessary items as well as some fun items you may choose to bring with you! You may choose to purchase your bedding and towels instead of bringing it etc. just make sure you bring the essentials and anything you do not want to have to purchase once you arrive!
- Prescription Medication
- Glasses
- Sunglasses
- Beach towel
- Bath Towels
- Face cloth
- Hand Towel
- Bed Sheets
- Blanket
- Pillow case
- Mouse Ears
- Family/friend photos for bulletin board
- Harry Potter Wand
- Book
- Magic Band (If you have one already)
When you arrive you will need to purchase the items you did not pack with you so here is a list of some of the items you may need:
Things to buy in Florida:
- Mattress Pad
- Pillow
- Sunscreen
- Thumbtacks
- Phone plan (Make sure you jailbreak your phone at home first!)
- Renew or purchase Universal Studios annual pass
- Food
- Work shoes
- Tights or socks for work
Items you may wish to purchase with roommates to share:
- Cleaning supplies
- Toilet paper
- Paper towel
- Dish cloths
- Dish soap
- Dishwasher detergent
- Kitchen knives
- Blender
- Toaster
- Rice Cooker
- Laundry detergent
- Dryer sheets
- Shower curtain
- Shower mat
- Shower caddy
The entire DCP Packing List above is just a guideline and your packing may differ slightly depending on what you think you need! Use space bags to save room but remember that you will definitely be purchasing items when in Florida so go down with some extra space to bring a bit of magic back with you when you leave! Packing means the start of the best adventure ever so have fun and don’t stress!