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Where to Study Chinese, Beijing or Shanghai? Hi! This is a very helpful messageboard... I've enjoyed reading everyone's comments. I want to study intensive basic chinese from October to December. I have not decided on a city, but I think I would prefer Shanghai or Nanjing. I will be in Shanghai (and the general area) for the month of September on a tourist visa. Before July 15, I plan to apply to East China Normal University, Fudan University, Nanjing University... and maybe Tongji since it was recommended here. then I will go look at the schools in September when I am there. Does anyone know if I will be able to decide in September, register for classes, and apply for my student visa while in Shanghai? Or do I have to decide before I go, so that I can apply for my visa from the US? Also, I have not yet decided on Shanghai either. I have heard wonderful things about Nanjing. Does anyone have experience with Nanjing University chinese language programs? I would like the program to be intensive, so that I can make the most of my time, but I have no Chinese background and am a bit scared! I live in New York, currently, and I am familiar with living in a fast-paced city, but I am hoping to stay in a city where I can find parks and a bit of nature, and where it is easy to get out of the city for travel on weekends. I would also like to be able to afford a nice apartment while I am there. Does anyone have any suggestions for me? I would also love to have a contact in Shanghai to show me around, help me find a place to stay, etc... and I would be happy to help you practice English! I will be arriving with another English-speaking friend on September 4, by train, from Beijing. Thanks, Daria |