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Writer's picturePooja Kaushik

4 things to make your Resume stand out

Updated: Mar 29, 2022

Resume is an integral part of any university application and your chances of getting into dream college depends on how impressive your resume is. Demonstrating your skills and aptitude, showcasing your talents, and highlighting your strengths are important for any student who wants to take admission into his/her dream university. From academic grades to your test scores, from skills to accomplishments- all these should reflect in your resume.



Want to make a Resume which is hard to ignore?


Want to make a Resume which increases your chance of getting into your dream college?


Use these 4 tips and make your Resume stand out:


Skills and aptitude

Your aptitude and academic proficiency are the entry point to your resume. Make sure to include your Educational Qualifications in your resume, starting from high school grades. Also write the scores of standardized tests you have taken, like SAT, ACT, or AP. Always mention the school or university name as it leaves a strong impression on the recruiters.


Talent

Your uniqueness makes your resume strong. This includes all the extracurricular activities besides your academic commitments. Include a section of Positions of Responsibility in your resume. For instance, if you were the president of any club or the leader of any project, if you led a team in any capacity, or undertook any internship. Your leadership skills make your candidature strong and impressive.


Strengths

The university prefer students with unique qualities which will prove beneficial during their study term. A section on Key Strengths lets you highlight the qualities which makes your resume standout and increase your chances of getting admission and scholarship. From having a solution- oriented approach to strong communication and interpersonal skills, highlight your strengths and make your profile worth considering.


Achievements

It’s okay to boast a bit about your awards and accolades. Well, this is a result of your hard work and dedication, so include a section of Awards and Accomplishments and mention different activities, events, and competitions you participated in and won awards.


TAKE AWAY : A good resume should include the following sections to highlight your knowledge, skills and competencies and makes your university application strong.

  • EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY

  • KEY STRENGTHS

  • AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

 
About the Author

Pooja Kaushik is a communication and marketing manager who loves to explore people and places. She has a master’s degree in literature and international relations. Her alma mater is University of Delhi, Charles University (Czech Republic) and National Chengchi University (Taiwan). She has collaborated with various educational and cultural organizations in different countries in the field of branding and outreach.



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