Curriculum Vitae (CV)

A curriculum vitae, often abbreviated to CV, is most often used for academic or research positions. A CV provides an extensive overview of your career, qualifications, education, publications, and other information.

You will commonly see a CV requested when applying for the following:

Graduate school
Grant proposals
Teaching, research, and upper-level administrative positions in higher education
Academic department and tenure reviews
College or university service appointments
Professional association leadership positions
Speaking engagements
Publishing and editorial review boards
Research and consulting positions
School administration positions