I do not accept non-degree students outside of the regular graduate admissions process This includes Japanese government MEXT Scholarship "research students". I kindly ask for your understanding that such requests will not be considered.
If you would like me to write you a recommendation letter, please email me at least one month before the deadline for your first application.
I will not be able to write an effective, 'strong' letter unless I know you well. Even if you have a fantastic GPA or achieved excellent scores in my courses, I am not necessarily the best person to recommend you. If your undergraduate advisors are available, it would be better to ask them.
The effectiveness of my letter of recommendation depends on my credibility as the writer. I kindly ask for your understanding that my policy is to protect my future students.