Switching to a different graduate school for Master degree

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Hi everyone.

I'm wondering what everyone's thoughts are on a 1st year Master degree student applying to a different school. Does this look bad to the adcomm people?

The program I'm in is not exactly what I need. The one I applied to is more in line with my future endeavors and has much better opportunities for networking and job placement.

So, what are people's thoughts? Have you switched programs after your 1st year?

If I don't get accepted, I will most likely drop out of my current program and find a job (maybe re-apply next year).

Thanks.