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Creating the perfect college application resume?

Hey peeps, when applying to colleges, I know it's important to have a good resume. I could use some guidance on what should be included and if there's any specific template or format that colleges prefer. Any advice will be greatly appreciated!

a year ago

Hi there! You're right that having a strong resume can be helpful when applying to colleges. Here are some tips to help you create the perfect college application resume:

1. Focus on your achievements and experiences: Include extracurricular activities, community service, internships, and part-time jobs. For each of these, list your role, the organization's name, the time frame (MM/YYYY-MM/YYYY), and a brief, bullet-point description of your responsibilities, accomplishments, or impact. Remember to highlight leadership positions, awards, and significant contributions.

2. Tailor your resume: If you know which specific majors or programs you're applying to, emphasize the activities or experiences most relevant to those fields. For example, if you're applying to a computer science program, spotlight any programming competitions, hackathons, or coding clubs you participated in.

3. Use clear and concise language: Avoid jargon or overly complex language. You want the reader to quickly grasp your accomplishments without any confusion. Use strong, action-oriented verbs like "led," "organized," or "implemented" to kick off each bullet-point description.

4. Stick to a one-page format: College admissions officers typically have limited time to review applications, so keep your resume to one page. Choose the most critical and impressive experiences to share, and remember that quality is more important than quantity.

5. Mind the formatting: Maintain a consistent font size (10-12 points) and style throughout the resume. Use bolded headings to denote sections (e.g., "Education," "Extracurricular Activities," "Community Service," "Work Experience"), and leave enough white space between items for comfortable reading. Additionally, use bullets or numbered lists to separate individual experiences or achievements rather than large blocks of text.

6. Proofread: Typos or grammatical errors can make a negative impression on admissions officers. Carefully proofread your resume to ensure it's free of errors. You could also ask someone you trust (like a teacher or mentor) to review your resume and provide feedback.

7. Save and submit as a PDF: When uploading your resume to the Common App or other application platforms, save it as a PDF to ensure that the formatting remains consistent regardless of the device or software used by the reader.

Lastly, it's worth noting that many college applications already include sections to detail your extracurricular activities, so not all colleges require a separate resume. However, some may ask for it, or you could submit it as an optional additional material. Good luck!

a year ago

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