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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Quality of life for Americans aged 65 and over increased over the past decade, according to new research from Shatakshee Dhongde in …
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Artificial intelligence may operate in the digital world, but it leaves a massive and very real physical and societal footprint. What does …
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Economists have long dismissed the public perception that presidents influence gas prices as economic illiteracy. New research from Georgia …
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Economists have long held a more nuanced view of windfall taxes than either side of the current debate suggests.
Featured Research
Faculty Highlight
Assistant Professor Karen Yan shares her inspiration for pursuing economics, her advice for students interested in the field, and much more.
Student Highlight
Fifth-year student Denis Schwirtz shares why he chose to study economics, how he overcame challenges as an international student, and what he hopes to do with his degrees after graduation.
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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Saturday October 24 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
IAC Helluva Homecoming Tailgate
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: Savant Courtyard
Homecoming is one of our favorite traditions, and we'd love to celebrate with you!
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Tuesday October 27 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
School of Economics Seminar Series: Luther Yap, National University of Singapore
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Location: Old Civil Engineering G10
Economics seminar in the field of public economics.
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Thursday October 29 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where are Ivan Allen College Students Interning?: Career Center Info Session
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Online
Career Center staff invite you to a detailed overview of recent historical data on where IAC students have been interning and working over …
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Friday October 30 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: State Farm Arena
Tour State Farm Arena with IAC Career Education and network with Georgia Tech alumni working in the Atlanta Hawks corporate offices!