05/09/2006, 10:09 AM
Quote:I think it more depends on what you do with the quote that matters. Ive seen quite a few PS' from successful Oxbridge applicants that open with quotes. It seems to be the key is to then fully explain why you opened with the quote and what it means to you. If your quote really is relevant and you empathise with it then use it, but make your feelings known!
I don't know of anyone who quoted when they opened their PS... I certainly didn't. You don't want really want to use a cliched quote lots of other applicants will use to; you might be better off just saying "I really want to study blah" but more interestingly phrased
