I'm in a one year MA in Public Policy and Administration program and I don't plan to do any more schooling afterwards (maybe the odd post-grad certificate here or there). Right now I'm taking the maximum course load which sets me on the path to finish in one year, but I'm thinking of making life a bit easier by taking an extra semester and graduating a year later. If I do this, I'll technically be done studies in December, but won't actually have my degree until June convocation (6 month wait). So instead of degree conferred 2016 it'll be 2017. To be completely honest with you, there's no particular reason for me to do this other than I want to make my life easier and relatively stress free. I'm also a part-time RA if that helps? Do you think this is a decent idea? Pros / cons?