Disneyland Limits Aspire Program Benefits, Faces Employee Backlash

New funding caps and program cuts to Disney Aspire raise concerns among cast members about educational opportunities and retention.

Disneyland will introduce a $5,250 annual cap on tuition reimbursement for its Aspire education program starting November 27, 2024.
Graduate and trades programs will no longer accept new enrollments, affecting many employees' career advancement plans.
The changes come after a recent agreement to increase employee wages, leading to speculation about cost-cutting measures.
Employees currently enrolled in affected programs can complete their studies, but new students will face limited options.
The modifications have sparked frustration and disappointment among cast members, with some considering leaving the company.