Difference Between a Resume and Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Curriculum Vitaes (CVs) are similar to resumes but more in-depth and research-focused. You should use a CV if you are applying for academic (faculty) or research positions. You may also use a CV when specifically requested by an organization. CVs are typically 3 pages long; 2-3 pages for bachelor and master-level students and 3-5 pages for doctoral-level students. The format should be 10 to 12 size font with a professional style and include your last name and page number on each page starting on the second page.
Basic CV Components
- Heading
- Name, Address, Phone number, Email
- Education
- All academic degrees and major/program; year of graduation
- Certifications and Licensure
- Teaching licensure
- Training/certifications pertaining to area of expertise
- Relevant Experience
- List all experiences in reverse chronological order
- Include position title, name of organization, location, dates, and description
- Descriptions in 3-5 bullet points
- Teaching Experience
- List all experiences related to teaching (ex. FYS mentor, GA, etc.)
- Work Experience
- Include if you need to separate relevant/teaching experience from work experience (i.e., not relevant)
- Volunteer Experience
- List experiences for non-profit work
- Honors and Awards
- President’s List, Dean’s List, etc.
- Fellowships, Grants
- Professional Associations
- National or regional associations related to your profession
- Publications
- Provide bibliographic citations
- Articles, research papers, etc.
- Presentations
- Title of presentation; name of conference/event; dates; location
- Dissertation/Thesis
- Description and title
- Research Experience
- Research Interests
- Describe research projects
- Language Competencies
- Languages known; level of proficiency
- Technical and Computer Skills
- ex. SPSS, R, Microsoft Office, G Suite
- References