Writing a Curriculum Vitae (CV)

CVs for Teaching, Research, or Administrative Positions in Higher Education

If you are applying for teaching, research, or administrative positions in higher education, you will be expected to submit a curriculum vitae (CV) as part of the application process. A CV, like a resume, describes your education and experience, but a CV will also include detailed information on publications, professional presentations, research, etc.

Common CV Categories:

CVs for Graduate School Applications

If you are applying for graduate school you may be asked to provide a vita. Whether it's called a resume or a CV, it's still the same thing — a document that describes your experience. Your resume/CV does not need to include every category listed above.

Links to Sites with Information About Writing a Curriculum Vitae (CV):

• Developing a Vita — Provides a brief overview and three samples. From Career Services and the University of Wisconsin, Stout.
• Preparing a Curriculum Vitae — Describes the differences between a CV and a resume. Includes samples. From the University of Texas at Austin
  
• Writing a Curriculum Vitae — Covers CV writing tips, what to include, how to format, and samples. Graduate College Career Services Office, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
• Writing a Curriculum Vitae — This resource is notable for including a page-long list of sample category headings; also includes samples. From University Career Services at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.