strengths of programs in NE

hi everyone,

i haven't been able to find any official "rankings" of path programs. can anyone shed some light on what the strongest programs are in the NE?? i am particularly interested in programs i'm interviewing at: montefiore, penn state/hershey, jefferson, suny downstate, pennsylvania hospital. it'd be helpful if someone could comment on competitiveness and reputation of these places. also, do programs still send invitations to interview in november or december??

thanks!!
hennypenny