If you choose to include your GPA and/or class ranking on your resume, you must do so in the exact manner presented by the Registrar’s Office. If you are unsure of the cut-off point for your GPA within the class rankings, please refer to the Registrar’s website here: http://www.bu.edu/law/current-students/jd-student-resources/curricular-requirements/grades-honors/.
NOTE: Do not attempt to estimate your class rank based on your GPA. Any attempt to do so violates BU Law’s regulations. As such, providing rankings below the top 1/3 of the class is incorrect and not permitted. And remember, BU Law grades are based on a 4.3 scale (not 4.0).
The information you include on your resume must be completely accurate and truthful to the best of your knowledge. Please refer to the CDO’s full policy on Resume Integrity on our website: https://www.bu.edu/law/current-students/career-development/application-materials/resumes/resume-integrity/
Can I put Business Fundamentals on my grade sheet if I have passed the final exam?
You may add Business Fundamentals to your grade sheet if it is listed on your transcript. The grade sheet is a reflection of your transcript, so if Business Fundamentals is not listed on your transcript, it should not be listed on your grade sheet.
Great guide on resume formatting. The tip about including the total graduating class size alongside the rank is very useful for adding proper context for recruiters.
This is such practical and straightforward advice. Job seekers and students often overthink how to present their academic standing on a resume, but transparency and clarity are what recruiters care about most. Providing clear context—such as whether a program ranks by percentage brackets or specific numbers—saves hiring teams from having to guess. Really appreciate this concise guidance, especially for anyone navigating competitive application cycles!
One of the trickiest parts of resume writing is knowing exactly what to highlight and what to leave off, especially when institutions use completely different evaluation metrics. The emphasis on keeping formatting consistent with official transcript designations is spot on. It removes any potential ambiguity while still putting your academic accomplishments front and center. Thanks for putting together such an actionable reference!