Disney Dreamers Academy accepting Applications for popular mentorship program at Walt Disney World
- Emma Walton
- 23 hours ago
- 4 min read
Application process for 2026 event has begun for teens from across the United States; Mentorship program with all-expense-paid experience aimed at fostering the dreams of high school students from varying backgrounds and communities nationwide
Right now, teens from across the country can apply, or be nominated, for the 2026 class of Disney Dreamers Academy. The signature mentorship program at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida annually selects 100 high school students for a transformative experience.
Students can apply or be nominated at www.DisneyDreamersAcademy.com.
The 2026 event will be the 19th year of the Disney mentoring program, which has become a tangible example of Walt Disney World’s commitment to supporting diverse communities. The program aims to inspire teens from varying backgrounds by encouraging the next generation to think big and to use what they learn in their relentless pursuit of their dreams.
Over the years, the program has inspired more than 1,700 students from across the country. Graduates have gone on to become doctors, engineers, performing artists, entrepreneurs and more, and some have transitioned into mentors to the Disney Dreamers who followed them.
Check out the latest theme park news and updates from Central Florida.
The 100 students are selected from thousands of applicants who share their personal stories and future aspirations through essay submissions.These students, along with a parent or guardian, are invited on an all-expenses-paid trip to Walt Disney World for an inspiring, multi-day experience that provides them with valuable life tools such as leadership skills, effective communication techniques and networking strategies.
Students participate in interactive workshops in a variety of disciplines aligned with their dreams. These workshops introduce the Disney Dreamers to diverse career paths within business, entertainment and sciences, including career opportunities within The Walt Disney Company.
For more information, visit DisneyDreamersAcademy.com.
For Real News, Real Orlando, you Gotta Go Orlando! Get the Latest Orlando News now!
Check Out The Best Of Orlando - What's New To See & Do In The City!
Never miss anything happening in Orlando again, we've got you covered with the latest and best things to see and do throughout Central Florida. We update our website and social channels daily.
Looking for things to do in Orlando? Check out our weekly and monthly event guides with the can’t-miss happenings throughout Central Florida. Plus, for Orlando on a budget, check out our the weekly, and monthly things to do in Orlando that are either free or cheap.
From major headlining tours, to local indie music nights, Orlando features an eclectic music scene! Catch the latest shows at Kia Center, House of Blues, The Plaza Live, Hard Rock Live, Addition Financial Arena, The Social, The Vanguard, Conduit, Will's Pub, and more.
Orlando features an endless choice of entertainment on the stage each day, with an impressive choice of venues, including Dr Phillips Center, The Ren, Orlando Family Stage, Winter Park Playhouse, Theater West End, Funny Bone Comedy Club, SAK Comedy Lab, and more.
The City Beautiful has a thriving arts scene, and is home to Orlando Ballet, Opera Orlando, Orlando Philharmonic, Breakthrough Theatre Company, Osceola Arts, Orlando Sings, and more.
Go Team Orlando! Orlando is home to an exciting selection of hometown teams to support including the Orlando Magic, Orlando City SC, Orlando Pride, Orlando Solar Bears, UCF Knights, and more. Plus, regular big game action takes place at Camping World Stadium, including the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl, the Pop-Tarts Bowl, and the StaffDNA Cure Bowl.
Orlando is home to a year-round schedule of amazing festivals and events, including the Central Florida Fair, EDC Orlando, Silver Spurs Rodeo, Orlando Fringe, Orlando Pride, and many more.
Central Florida is home to a never-ending choice of amazing theme parks and attractions, including Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando, LEGOLAND Florida, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Gatorland, Fun Spot America, Island H2O Water Park, and more.
If you're lookin to explore Orlando's cultural scene, you have an an impressive choice of museums and galleries, including Orlando Museum Of Art, Orlando Science Center, The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art, The Mennello Museum of American Art, and more.
No matter your tastes or budget, Orlando’s incredible dining experiences are endless, including MICHELIN Guide restaurants, celebrity chefs, local James Beard honorees, and more.
There is always something new to experience in Orlando, and whether your looking for the latest restaurants or nightlife hotspots, what's new and coming soon to the theme parks and attractions, or the biggest festivals and the latest events, we've got you covered.
Now go and explore everything that our beautiful city has to offer, you Gotta Go Orlando!
Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here. To list your upcoming event, submit it here.
Sign up for our newsletter and stay in the loop with all the latest news from Central Florida delivered daily to your mailbox.
Join the local conversation on X, Facebook, and Instagram, plus, for extended coverage, catch the latest on our YouTube channel.
