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
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
Miller shares how he found his job as a Finance Director at Allstate and why he's passionate about the work.
Upcoming Events
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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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Sunday August 23 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: McCamish Pavilion
This event serves as the Institute's official welcome to the Georgia Tech campus community.
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Tuesday September 1 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Fall Student Organizations Fair: Day 1
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Tech Green and Surrounding Walkways
Each semester, the Center for Student Engagement hosts the Student Organizations Fair which provides new and returning Yellow Jackets an …
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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 …