Welcome to the School of Economics
The Georgia Tech School of Economics provides a crucial foundation for solving the complex challenges facing our world. Our faculty and students pursue cost-effective and sustainable solutions to human-centered problems. By bridging social concerns, technology, and economics, we develop solutions that improve the human condition.
News
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The Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts attracts some of the best minds in the social sciences and humanities, scholars and practitioners …
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Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina’s catastrophic landfall, its legacy of destruction, displacement, and deepened inequality continues …
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Agriculture is the largest cause of deforestation. So, it follows that forest expansion efforts would displace agriculture — but new …
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We are excited to launch our search for a new chair of the School of Economics at Georgia Tech!
Featured Research
Faculty Highlight

Dr. U advises the GT Econ Club, adapts open source textbooks, and helps students learn to be kinder to themselves and others when things get "messy and tough."
Student Highlight

Sarah chose Georgia Tech because of its reputation as one of the top universities in the nation. Sarah sought the opportunity to immerse herself in STEM courses and collaborate on interdisciplinary projects.
Alumni Highlight

Aladesanmi shares his passion for public service and his best advice for students and alumni interested in pursuing a career in the field.
Upcoming Events
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Thursday September 25 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
CANCELED: Ivan Allen College Dean's Listening Session
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Savant Building Conference Room
Join Dean Amanda Murdie for a series of listening sessions to share your perspectives on the Ivan Allen Advantage strategy.
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Thursday September 25 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Yellow Jacket Linkup: Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Bill Moore Student Success Center, Presidents' Suite A-D
Join us for an intentional social networking and community building event, exclusively for the Ivan Allen College!
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Thursday September 25 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Bill Moore Student Success Center, Presidents' Suite A-D
The annual IAC Networking Event brings together employers, faculty, and students from the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts to build …
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Friday September 26 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
IAC Industry Chat Series with Bank of America Part 2
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Savant Building Conference Room
IAC Industry Chats are informal, small-group conversations that connect Ivan Allen College students with professionals from a specific …