BU vs. NEU Physical Therapy

<p>BU’s physical therapy is ranked 24th of 200 or so programs, while Northeastern is ranked 69th.
[Best</a> Physical Therapy Programs | Top Physical Therapy Schools |US News Best Graduate Schools](<a href=“http://grad-schools.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-health-schools/physical-therapy-rankings]Best”>http://grad-schools.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-health-schools/physical-therapy-rankings)</p>

<p>What exactly does this mean, if anything. Does it mean better teachers/facilities/research opportunities/clinical opportunities? Or is it just a popularity contest?</p>

<p>Also, do employers favor BU over NEU based on ranking, BU being 45 spots higher than NEU, or is it just not that big of a deal?</p>