I am applying to Jilin University because it offers the best opportunity for me to improve my Chinese speaking, learning, and listening abilities while also giving me the opportunity to learn more about Chinese culture. Jilin University has one of the best reputations in China, but unlike other schools that offer a Chinese language program in places like Beijing and Shanghai, Jilin University offers a better environment to be completely immersed in Chinese so that I can improve my Chinese competency and speaking ability. It is much easier to continue speaking English in Beijing or elsewhere, but studying at Jilin University would give me a better chance to be fully immersed in Chinese. Furthermore, I have compared the curriculums and reviews from different schools outlined in CUCAS, and Jilin University has a progressive and comprehensive program taught by seasoned language teachers which I think will make the difference in my studies. In addition, Jilin University is more affordable and offers a month long program that works well with my work schedule, as I will have the time off from work during this period in order to go study at Jilin University. I am ready to learn and put the effort in to improve my Chinese language abilities and I am confident Jilin University is the best school to accomplish my language goals.