Transfer during MA Program?

[c123]

I have just started my first year as a MA student in art history, and I wanted to know if it is common for students to transfer out of their MA program and into other universities after their first year? I am currently trying to see if this is an option and if it would hurt my chances as an applicant? 

Any advice or help would be great! 

[rising_star]

No, it's not common. Most MAs are two year programs and most graduate programs will only allow students to transfer in 9-12 credit hours. Consequently, it wouldn't be a transfer as much as it would be starting over since, at most, one of the two semesters you've already completed would count toward your degree at the new institution.