APLUS USA is an all-inclusive academic support institution that not only tutors the English language (and practice for the TOEFL exam), but also helps with anything from Economics to Piano. They primarily serve international students, and specialize in addressing the particular challenges of Japanese students adjusting to life abroad in the U.S. Their "life-style support" services include airport pick-ups, arranging accommodations, translating (or interpreting) everyday activities, and accompanying students to and fro the office from their respective community colleges, etc. Furthermore, students hoping to transfer to four-year colleges (or particular technical schools) may also solicit the help of APLUS USA, as they have both academic advisors and writing instructors alike on hand.
I have found that APLUS USA truly caters to their customer's needs. I have seen the staff do anything from send packages (left behind by students) halfway across the country, to interpret phone-calls from the Fare Enforcement officers in Downtown Seattle. The students appear to get along well with the staff as well, whom mostly are bi-(if not tri)-lingual, and with accredited college degrees. They also boast a host of qualified on-call instructors, whom always seem to be friendly and knowledgable. This warm-hearted office has produced many successful students, some even starting out in language-schools, then later going on to graduate schools!
I recommend looking over their website, and seeing if any of their services would suit your needs. This page is also offered in Japanese! read more