Undergrad CVs

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When you apply to a graduate program, an academic opportunity, or a research-focused position, you may need a curriculum vitae (CV) for your application. Though some programs request a resume or give you the option to submit your document of choice, a CV is often involved.

As an undergraduate student, your CV typically resembles your resume with a few key tweaks. To understand the essentials of professional documents, we recommend that you review our tips about resumes in addition to the tips on this page.

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Examples

Now that you have learned about the purpose of a CV and how it is distinguished from a resume, it is time to take your document to the next level. To guide your decisions, review this sample CV from an undergraduate student.

Undergraduate CV Sample 

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