Pre-Disney: Finding a Roommate Part Two

So when you have completed filling out your Roommate Survey, you will (eventually) talk to potential roommates. And everyone has different ideas about what makes a good roommate, so before you become BFFs and decide you want to live together forever, here are some good questions to ask (these are written for girls, but can be adapted for guys):

Do You Drink? 

This question is extremely important if you are underage in the Disney College Program, since anyone found with alcohol under the age of 21 is fired on the spot and sent home, the incident is put on their Disney employment record, and often results in the employee not being eligible for re-hire status. I cannot stress this enough, if she/he drinks and they are underage, find a different roommate! I'm sure they are wonderful, but it isn't worth you being associated with 'the underage drinker'. 

How Often Do You Shower?

Do I really need to explain this.

What Kind of Movie/Music Do You Like/Hate?

If you can't stand her Broadway tunes, and she can't stand your Metallica, you should probably find someone else. Or at the very least, agree to a headphones policy. 

Do You Have A Boyfriend?

This will help you know if she is planning on bringing guys back to the room, and is also a good chance to make sure both of you know about the no overnight guests rule, this is also potential termination cause.

Are You Allergic To Anything?

Again, I think this is fairly obvious. 

Do You Have Any Religious Restrictions? 

If she can't eat pork, or has to prepare her meals a certain way, that is important to know, since it will affect your schedules. This is also a good way to find out if either of you just don't want to room with each other because of religion.  It can be an uncomfortable conversation, but it's better to have it than to be walking on eggshells around each other (or arguing) for 4-8 months. It isn't discrimination, it is just smart decision making in who you know you will and won't get along with.

Are You Bringing A Car?

The general DCP student probably won't bring their car, but some do. It is a huge advantage over taking the bus system, which isn't awful, it is simply the convenience factor. If she is bringing a car, and she offers to take you places, offer gas money. This is the most basic of manners, and if you can't afford gas money, offer to do her chores, or cover a shift. This is a big deal in the DCP to have extra transportation, and you should be very grateful when you get it.

Are You Tidy, Clean, Messy, Or Dirty?

There is a huge difference between all of these. 

Tidy: Everything is picked up and in its spot ninety-nine percent of the time, and is extremely hygienic. 

Clean: Generally picked up, almost no clutter and is very hygienic. 

Messy: Generally a mix between cluttered and clean, organized in piles of clean possessions, and is hygienic. 

Dirty: Never picked up, food everywhere, no organization, and is extremely unhygienic. 

This could potentially be a deal-breaker between you and your possible roommate, this is one of the most important questions. 

I hope these questions helped anyone who needs to find a roommate, it can be hard, and you probably won't choose the first person you meet, but keep looking! Unless you are incredibly chilled out, you do not want to be stuck with a randomly assigned roommate. I found mine on Facebook through DCP pages, and it's worked out amazingly so far. Just keep looking, and be smart while you're immersed in the Disney magic.