Having a strong curriculum vitae is crucial for undergraduate psychology students applying to graduate school or pursuing research-focused jobs. A well-crafted CV highlights your academic achievements, research experience, and any relevant professional skills, distinguishing you from other candidates. According to a study by Michalski, Cope, and Fowler (2019), admissions committees in psychology graduate programs prioritize candidates with clear, detailed CVs that reflect direct experience and academic accomplishments in psychology, emphasizing the importance of tailored, relevant content in CVs for successful applications.

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Other Great Resources!

Cannon, B. (2021). How to include Psi Chi leadership experience on your resume/CV. Psi-Chi-Ology Lab. Retrieved from https://www.psichi.org/blogpost/987366/361774/How-to-Include-Psi-Chi-Leadership-Experience-on-Your-Resume-CV 

Kelsky, K. (2016, August 19). Dr. Karen’s Rules of the Academic CV. The Professor Is In. https://theprofessorisin.com/2016/08/19/dr-karens-rules-of-the-academic-cv/ 

Landrum, E. R. (2005). The curriculum vita: A Student's guide to preparation. Eye on Psi Chi, 9(2). Retrieved from https://www.psichi.org/page/092EyeWin05dLandrum 

Michalski, D. S., Cope, C., & Fowler, G. A. (2019). Graduate Study in Psychology Summary Report: Admissions, Applications, and Acceptances. American Psychological Association. Retrieved from https://www.apa.org/education-career/grad/survey-data/2019-admissions-applications.pdf 

Privitera, G. J. (2015). Getting Into Graduate School: A Comprehensive Guide for Psychology and the Behavioral Sciences. SAGE Publications.

Phil's Guide to PsyD. Phil Sarpong's Guide to Crafting a CV. Retrieved from YouTube https://youtu.be/IbXGi8aHZBg?si=4rvvqHneVTZ7P8iD