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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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 …
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Escalating tensions in the Middle East are fueling global oil price volatility and driving up costs for U.S. consumers, from gas and airfare …
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Georgia Tech and the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts hosted the 6th Annual Southeast Exchange of Development Studies (SEEDS) Conference …
Featured Research
Faculty Highlight
Assistant Professor Dylan Brewer uses insights from economics to improve environmental outcomes. In his research, he asks: 'How can we turn the environment into an asset?'
Student Highlight
Cade chose Georgia Tech because he was excited for the opportunity to be a part of the next wave of economists and social science researchers who are finding new ways to infuse the data-driven technologies of the past decade.
Alumni Highlight
Harding's work focuses on the impact of innovative technology on climate change policy and governance.
Upcoming Events
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Thursday June 25 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
IAC St. Simons Island Alumni Engagement Meet Up
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: St. Simons Lighthouse Museum (610 Beachview Dr, St Simons Island, GA 31522)
A signature evening alumni gathering at the St. Simons Lighthouse Museum featuring Ivan Allen College leadership and Dean Amanda Murdie, …
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Friday June 26 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
IAC Savannah Alumni Engagement Happy Hour
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Service Brewing Co. (574 Indian St, Savannah, GA 31401)
A casual Ivan Allen College alumni happy hour at Service Brewing Co. in Savannah focused on reconnecting alumni, building professional and …
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Thursday July 16 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Summer Student Organization Fair
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: 2nd Floor, John Lewis Student Center
This is a great opportunity to meet organization leaders and kick-start your involvement at Georgia Tech!
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Thursday August 20 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Exhibition Hall
Check out Georgia Tech's official resource fair for new graduate students. The Grad Expo, hosted by the Office of Graduate Education, is …