Welcome to the School of Economics
Georgia Tech’s School of Economics provides a rigorous intellectual foundation for addressing the complex challenges of the 21st century. Our faculty and students integrate economic theory and advanced empirical methods to produce scholarship and policy insights that contribute meaningfully to the advancement of global well-being.
News
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Economists have long held a more nuanced view of windfall taxes than either side of the current debate suggests.
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Li was selected after a national search for a five-year appointment as chair.
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A recent study co-authored by a Georgia Tech economist finds many tariff costs were passed through to healthcare buyers.
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Georgia Tech’s INTERSECT 2026 brought together leading voices in energy on May 18 to explore critical issues in the Southeast’s energy …
Featured Research
Faculty Highlight
After spending decades in business schools, Professor Ries says she came to Georgia Tech because "I saw the coming developments in economics as happening when economists confronted problems in innovation and technology."
Student Highlight
Kaylin wants to create an economic reform in the fields of the future, specifically in the intersection of the climate crisis, social enterprise, and income inequality.
Alumni Highlight
"Hearing feedback almost daily — stories of customers who can now walk without pain, dance with their loved ones, or travel independently — connects the dots between my efforts and the real-world difference we're making," Ajimotokin says.
Upcoming Events
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Tuesday September 8 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
School of Economics Seminar Series: Patrick Vu, University of New South Wales
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Location: Scholar's Event Theatre, Price Gilbert Memorial Library, Room 1280
Economics seminar in the field of econometrics.
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Tuesday September 8 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
IAC Volunteer Leadership: GTCC Resume Reviews (in-person)
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: TBD
Help Georgia Tech students put their best foot forward this recruiting season.
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Wednesday September 9 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
IAC Volunteer Leadership: GTCC Resume Reviews (virtual)
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Help Georgia Tech students put their best foot forward this recruiting season.
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Wednesday September 9 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Education Abroad 101: Global Research and Internship Program
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: John Lewis Student Center, Piedmont Room
Join us to learn about GRIP, a program that supports Georgia Tech students who are interning or co-oping abroad during any semester while …