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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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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Agriculture is the largest cause of deforestation. So, it follows that forest expansion efforts would displace agriculture — but new …
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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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We are excited to launch our search for a new chair of the School of Economics at Georgia Tech!
Featured Research
Faculty Highlight
Student Highlight

Econ Club President Ben Harrison shares why he studies economics and how he hopes to use it to change the world.
Alumni Highlight

Harding's work focuses on the impact of innovative technology on climate change policy and governance.
Upcoming Events
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Wednesday October 22 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Ivan Allen College Dean's Listening Sessions
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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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Wednesday October 22 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Ivan Allen College Dean's Listening Sessions
2:00 PM - 3:00 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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Friday October 24 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
ECON Seminar Series: Alberto Salvo, National University of Singapore
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Old Civil Engineering Building (OCE), G10
Featuring Alberto Salvo, National University of Singapore.
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Friday October 24 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Ivan Allen College Information Session & Campus Tour
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Savant Building Courtyard
Visiting the College lets you gain a sense of what it's really like to study here and be part of our community.