GSAS regulations state that all requirements for the M.A. must be fulfilled within four consecutive semesters of fullātime study; for the M.Phil., within four calendar years of first registration, or three for students with advanced standing from transfer credit; and for the Ph.D., within nine calendar years of first registration, or eight for students with advanced standing. Exceptions may be made only under extraordinary circumstances and upon submission of this form which will be reviewed by the Program Chair, the Program Director, and the Senior Associate Dean of Students.