7. Transfer students with some college hours Back to Top
Education
Bachelor of Science in Recreation: Recreation and Park Management July 20XX
Northwest Missouri State University, Maryville, Mo
Earned 32 Academic Credit Hours Fall 20XX -Spring 20XX
Maple Woods Community College, Kansas City, Mo
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Additional Content for Education Section
1. Self-financing or contributing to education Back to Top
Employers are interested in candidates that are working their way through college. This type of work shows
that the candidate can balance work with school commitments. Significant academic or athletic scholarships
also display responsibility and commitment to education. The following phrases can be used as a single bullet
point in the education section. Pick one that best suits your needs.
Self-funded 80% of education through scholarships and part-time work
Education self-funded through scholarships and part-time employment
Financed 100% of educational expenses through scholarships and part-time employment
Self-financed 100% of tuition through athletic scholarships and part-time employment on campus
Contribute to education through 20 hours of work per week while pursuing coursework full-time
2. Research, Independent Study, Study Abroad, etc. Back to Top
The education section can also relay information about a variety of significant experiences including such
items as research, an independent study, study abroad experience relevant coursework, or internship.
Study Abroad:
Education
Bachelor of Arts: Double major in English Literature and Spanish Communication December 20XX
Northwest Missouri State University (Northwest), Maryville, MO Overall GPA: 3.9/4.0
Academic Study Abroad May – August 20XX
Institute for the International Education of Students, La Plata, Argentina
o Studied abroad with classes in international finance
o Traveled throughout South America with culturally diverse student group
o Broadened language skills and global knowledge