My recommendations are:
Look at your own situation. Everyone seems to recommend non-private schools to save money on tuition (which makes sense). However, when I applied to school, I based my decisions on location and the opportunities I was afforded by certain schools. For example, I wanted the chance to be a part of a program that has excellent research in which I could be a part of (most schools with a medical school will have this resource). Some of these schools have other resources such as a biomech lab, true anatomy lab, etc. I also wanted to go to a school with a variety of QUALITY clinical sites throughout the country so I could get a good sense of how different PT is practiced elsewhere, especially keeping in mind that I may practice there (many of my classmates did clinicals here in the NYC/NJ area, however, many of us went to Cali, Hawaii, Texas, Colo, Wash, Penn, VA, DC, Israel, and even Australia). Many schools only have sites in the immediate area (which is fine if that's what you're looking for). All schools will teach you to be a generalist and to prepare you to pass the boards. Some schools seem to prepare its students better than others. Pass rates are important to look at subjectively, however, i guess I believe each individual determines whether they pass the boards or not. Financially, we will all pretty much make similar new grad salaries once finished so think about how long you will be paying off loans.
There's a lot to think about in what YOU want in a school. I'm sure whether you choose a private or state school you will have a good experience. So look at the intangibles that each school has to offer and the opportunities they may open for you (it may be worth the extra cost of tuition).
Good luck and congrats. (and sorry I don't have an opinion on any of your schools)
BTW, I chose to go to a private school, am 6 figures in debt, and every penny was worth it.
