How to Write a College Resume (with a real resume sample admitted ivy) Sarah O'Neill Coatesville Supreme Editing

 Sarah O'Neill Coatesville Supreme Editing

Writing a resume for college admissions, especially for the Common App, involves creating a concise, organized document that showcases your academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, leadership experience, and unique skills. Here are the key steps to make your college resume stand out:

  1. Start with a Header
    Include your full name, address, phone number, and email. Make sure your contact details are up-to-date and professional, as this will help admissions officers easily reach you if needed.
  2. Craft a Brief Summary (Optional)
    A summary can be helpful if you want to highlight your academic focus, career aspirations, or personal achievements in one or two sentences. Keep it concise and relevant to your goals in applying to college.
  3. Education Section
    List your high school name, location, expected graduation date, GPA (weighted and unweighted, if applicable), and test scores (like SAT or ACT) if they are strong. Include any relevant AP or honors coursework that aligns with your academic interests.
  4. Honors and Awards
    Mention any academic, artistic, or athletic awards, as well as notable recognitions. Include the award name, the level (e.g., national, regional), and the grade in which you earned it. This section can help colleges see areas where you excel.
  1. Extracurricular Activities
    List clubs, organizations, and sports teams you’ve been a part of, along with the years of involvement. For each activity, add a short description of your role, your achievements, and any leadership positions you held. Be specific about your contributions and highlight your leadership, teamwork, and dedication.
  2. Work Experience and Internships (if applicable)
    If you’ve had a job or internship, list the company name, your role, and the dates of employment. Emphasize relevant skills and achievements. For example, you might mention how you improved a process, took on additional responsibilities, or learned key skills.
  3. Community Service
    Include volunteer work, listing each organization, your role, and the number of hours you dedicated. Explain briefly how you contributed or what you achieved. Community service experience shows colleges your commitment to giving back and your ability to work with diverse groups.
  4. Skills
    Add a skills section with technical abilities, languages spoken, or other relevant skills. For instance, list any software or programming languages you know, or if you’re bilingual, mention those languages.
  5. Arts and Special Interests
    Include activities like music, theater, visual arts, or unique hobbies that aren’t covered in other sections. Describe any notable performances, portfolios, or exhibits you were involved in, as these can give insight into your creativity and dedication.
  6. Formatting Tips
    Keep your resume to one page if possible, and use a clean, readable font. Use bullet points for readability, and organize each section chronologically, starting with the most recent.

By organizing your resume clearly and highlighting your academic, extracurricular, and personal achievements, you’ll present a comprehensive picture to college admissions officers of what you have to offer. Tailor it to emphasize your unique strengths and make it visually appealing and easy to follow.

REAL SAMPLE

STUDENT RESUME SUMMARY
Advanced Placement Student and Researcher with demonstrated leadership in service, the arts, and academic mentorship. Accomplished flute performer with experience in prominent school and community ensembles.

EDUCATION

  • 12th Grade (Expected Graduation: June 2023)
  • GPA: 4.41/4.41, Top 3% (highest class GPA: 4.43/4.43)
  • ACT: 32
  • Weighted GPA: 4.57 (cumulative after sophomore year)
  • Relevant Coursework: [Insert AP courses and other relevant studies]

HONORS & AWARDS

  • China Thinks Big — National First Prize for Outstanding Presentation and Defense (Grade 10)
  • Australian Science Olympiad, Chemistry — Global Distinction (Top 8%), National Rank of 15 (Grade 11)

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

  • A Scope for Chinese Democracy: Media Trends During the 1986 Student Demonstrations (Grade 11) — Summer research project in history and political science
  • Psychological Factors Affecting the Social Concerns of Two-Child Chinese Families (Grade 10) — China Thinks Big research project in social science and psychology

COMMUNITY SERVICE

  • President, Liberal Education Society Torchlight (Grades 9–11): Expanded society’s participation from 4 to over 80 students, organized lectures, seminars, and workshops on current affairs and liberal arts subjects.
  • Founder, TwoforOne (Grades 10–11): Launched a charity project addressing mental health in two-child families with community-based research, integrating psychological education into a local school’s curriculum.
  • Legal Assistance Volunteer (Grade 11): Collaborated with senior attorneys on local tax policies for taxpayers, drafted policy amendments for the local council.
  • Vice President, Dryer Academics (Grade 11): Instructed AP micro and macroeconomics, served as chief editor for the club’s AP Study Handbook for juniors.

INVOLVEMENT IN THE ARTS

  • Flute (2012-present): Principal flautist in Junior High School Symphony Orchestra, flautist and piccolo player in — — — — — School Wind Band (10th grade), and principal flautist (11th grade).

LEADERSHIP

  • Chair, Student Council (Grades 10–11): Represented the student body in policy discussions, arranged weekly meetings with school officials, and advocated for student rights amendments.
  • President and Minister of Administration, Student Union (Grades 10–11): Elected president by a school-wide referendum, led a team of 25 juniors, and contributed to school ordinance updates.
  • Secretary-General, Model UN (Grades 10–11): Attended and organized multiple national conferences, each with extensive preparation and high delegate attendance, receiving best delegate recognition at each event.

OTHER ACTIVITIES

  • Badminton (2014-present): Appointed captain of the — — — Middle School women’s team.
  • Contributor, School Philosophy Journal, Philosophical Dwelling (Grade 11): Authored articles on Schopenhauer.
  • Intern, WANG JING & GH LAW FIRM (Grade 11): Studied tax policies and designed game scripts based on actual cases to educate the public on legal knowledge.

Sarah O’Neill Coatesville, Supreme Editing




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