<p>on the JHU app it says that if you are to attach a resume to keep it to "please follow the same format". I have a blanket resume I use for everything, it deviates and has a diff layout for the most part. Do I need to redo it to conform to the JHU format?</p>
<p>What we mean by saying "please follow the same format," is that if you are attaching a resume we need the following information included:</p>
<p>*listing your accomplishments in the order of importance
*including grade level
*including time commitment (hrs/wk; wks/yr) for extracurriculars
*listings offices helds, titles, etc. for extracurriculars
*detail the region for honors/awards received (your school, your city, etc.)
*jobs - employers - dates of employment - hrs/week
ETC.</p>
<p>You can design the layout of your resume as you prefer, but please provide us with the content we request when appropriate.</p>
<p>Could someone please explain this resume business? Not many people apply to prestigious universities from my school so I've never heard of this except on CC.</p>
<p>Don't worry. Resume is just another term for extracurricular activities list. Many use the term resume to describe the document they submit that includes everything from clubs, sports, jobs, service, honors, awards, leadership positions, academic enrichments, etc. </p>
<p>On most applications like the JHU and Common Application there will be space for you to list all these extracurricular pursuits. You may also always send in your list(s) on a separate sheet of paper, which many will call a resume.</p>
<p>How long should a "resume" be. I'm not planning to submit a 10 page thesis on my life, but is around 2 pages ok?</p>
<p>Your "resume" can be as long as you want. Don't go crazy though. 2 pages tends to be the norm.</p>