The samples below are donated by UCSF students, residents and alumni to offer you ideas to format and present your skills and experience.
Note: Please do not copy the text verbatim. It is unethical and unwise, as employers and residency directors may recognize our samples.
Many health professional students come to us with a common question: How can they make their application materials stand out by showcasing impactful learning, leadership, clinical, and work experiences?
To help students create compelling application materials aligned with best practices, we've gathered and annotated samples of CVs, resumes, cover letters, and letters of intent, generously donated by each program’s alumni. These resources have been incredibly helpful to many students over the years.
The animation video below offers a different perspective on what can happen when you make unwise choices about what to include in your application materials for competitive positions. We hope you enjoy the story, but more importantly, we hope you don't miss the opportunity to have your application documents reviewed by our office.
Make an appointment to get your documents reviewed by one of our Career Counselors today!
Physical Therapy Resumes:
Physical Therapy CVs:
Physical Therapy Cover Letters:
Additional Writing Resources: Personal Statements and Letters of Recommendation
Interested in neuro residency? Check out our Neuro timeline, designed by our Career Peer Rothanne Herico, to learn more about what electives to take to be competitive.