Where did Ross Geller go to college on Friends?

Last Modified Nov 30, 2022 16:14 GMT

Ross went to Columbia University in New York City to earn his Ph.D. degree.

Source - Netflix

Columbia University is one of the leading universities of paleontology in the world and it accepts a handful of students each year. As Ross graduated from such a reputed university, he would be a highly valuable candidate for most jobs, including the one he had at the start of the show.

Who is Ross Geller?

Source - Netflix

Ross Geller is one of the six main characters of the NBC sitcom Friends (1994-2004), portrayed by David Schwimmer. He was the son of Jack and Judy Geller and an elder brother of Monica Geller, who was raised on Long Island, New York.

He was considered the most intelligent person in the whole cast because of his Ph.D. degree in paleontology. He was known for his foolish personality, neurotic nature, witty sense of humor, and love for dinosaurs. Ross's best friend has been Chandler Bing since college. They both were in a band in college called Way/No Way. They became brothers-in-law after Chandler married Monica.

Ross dated a number of women. He married and divorced three times in a series. His relationship with Rachel was the most crucial in the show. He developed a crush on her from their time in high school. They have an on-again-off-again relationship throughout the show. His relationship with Rachel was included in the list of best TV couples of all time in TV Guide's list.

What is Ross Geller’s Profession on Friends?

Source - Netflix

He worked as a paleontologist at the Museum of Natural History. Later, he worked as a professor of paleontology at New York University.

He had done his Ph.D. at Columbia University, the world's best University for paleontology.

What happens to Ross Geller at the end of Friends?

After many years of an on-again-off-again relationship, Ross Geller and Rachel Green finally got their happiness and had a baby together.

Rachel got a job with Louis Vuitton in Paris. She decided to leave for her job but wanted to spend her last night with Ross. Ross realized that he wanted to be with Rachel, but he had cold feet and was unable to confess.

When Rachel left for Paris, Ross finally listened to Phoebe and rushed to the airport to confess, but unfortunately, Rachel was already on the plane.

Nevertheless, Rachel realized that she also wanted to be with Ross forever and got off the plane. They both decided to give a serious try to their relationship.

FAQs

Q. What university does Ross teach at?

A. Ross Geller taught as a professor of paleontology at New York University.

Q. When did Ross get his Ph.D.?

A. Ross got his Ph.D. at the age of 26 from Columbia University, a well-known paleontologist university in the world.

Q. Who is the most educated in Friends?

A. Ross Geller is the most educated among all the six characters in Friends, with a Ph.D. degree.

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