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Education on a resume: degrees, coursework, and high school

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List the education or training relevant to the application, with accurate completion status. Students can place education early; experienced applicants may place it after work history.

Use clear status and dates

State the qualification, institution, field, and completion or expected graduation date. If you attended but did not complete a degree, do not imply that it was awarded. You can describe relevant coursework or credits when accurate and useful. Follow application instructions when they ask for more complete education history.

Should you include high school?

High school is relevant when it is your current or highest completed education, especially for a first job. Once later education and experience demonstrate the needed qualifications, high school often adds less value. Keep it when specifically requested or when it provides relevant context that is not already covered.

Relevant coursework and projects

Choose coursework that demonstrates a requirement rather than copying your whole transcript. Add a project with your individual contribution: analyzed a public dataset, presented a research finding, or built a prototype. Label class work as academic work. A project description often shows more than a course title alone.

Field of study on application forms

A form may ask for a major or course of study. Use your actual program designation; for general secondary education, do not invent a university-style major. Follow the form instructions or ask the employer if the options do not fit. Keep this information consistent with the resume.

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