Definition: A curriculum vitae, also known as a CV, includes a summary of your educational and academic backgrounds as well as teaching and research experience, publications, presentations, awards, honors, affiliations and other details. In Europe, the Middle East, Africa, or Asia, employers expect to receive a curriculum vitae.
In the United States, a curriculum vitae is used primarily when applying for academic, education, scientific or research positions. It is also applicable when applying for fellowships or grants.
Curriculum Vitae Resources
Also Known As: CV
Alternate Spellings: curriculum vita
Common Misspellings: curiculum vitae, curricullum vitae
Examples:
Susan created a curriculum vitae to apply for a professorship at Standford University.
