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
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
Nupur Kothari hopes to use her MS in Economics to work at an impact investment/impact consulting firm and help channel capital to social entrepreneurs in grassroots organizations.
Alumni Highlight
Upcoming Events
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Wednesday September 16 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
2026 Ivan Allen College Career and Employer Expo
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Georgia Tech Alumni House
Join us at the Ivan Allen College Networking Expo to network with employers, learn about internships and career opportunities, and discover …
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Wednesday September 16 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Education Abroad 101: Exchanges
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Exhibition Hall: Highlands Room
Information session on Georgia-Tech exchange programs for the fall and summer 2027 semester.
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Wednesday September 16 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: D.M. Smith Building, Room 306
Join us for the Ivan Allen College 40 Under 40 Celebration, honoring a remarkable group of alumni who are making an impact in their fields, …
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Thursday September 17 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2026 Ivan Allen College State of the College Address
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Georgia Tech Alumni House (190 North Avenue NW), Griffin Ballroom
The State of the College Address is an annual event during which the dean shares the College’s immediate and long-term priorities and …