
How Long Should a CV Be: Ideal CV Length in 2025
Many job seekers ask, how long should a CV be when applying for roles across industries. For most non‑academic positions, a focused 1–2 page CV works best; U.S. academic and research roles commonly justify longer, multi‑page CVs to list publications, grants, and research outputs. Why this matters: in 2025 recruiters and Applicant Tracking Systems often…