I am planning on going for a Master's degree in Bioinformatics next Fall. I have gotten in few programs but am trying to choose between two programs (final choice). While one is a regular graduate program, the other is a professional/executive program. I will be attending both the programs as a full-time student. I am more inclined towards the professional program as I like their curriculum better and feel that it will better prepare me for a career afterwards and also it is offered by one of the top universities. However, I also want to experience full graduate school experience and feel that joining the regular program will allow me to do so. Still another factor is finding assistantships after I start the program. With the professional program, I might only be able to work on-campus or work on CPT (I am on F-1), but with the regular program chances are I will find an assistantship after my first or second semester.
I have to make a decision fairly soon and would really appreciate if anyone (who's been in a similar situation or understands the situation well) will give me some suggestions.