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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Explore the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts 2025 Dean's Report for highlights from the exciting new initiatives and creative, …
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Shatakshee Dhongde, associate dean for academic affairs and professor of economics at the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts, has been named …
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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 …
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
Mao studies the interplay between socioeconomic status and genetic factors to better understand health outcomes in the aging minority population.
Upcoming Events
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Wednesday December 3 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
IAC Finals Rejuvenation Stations
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Various IAC Student Lounges
IAC Students: Stop by your School's student lounge to pick up some treats and goodies before finals!
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Friday December 5 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.
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Friday December 12 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Master of Science Global Development Information Session and Q&A
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Online
Meet program director Dr. Alberto Fuentes and Ms. Anna Traykova, program coordinator, to learn more about the Global Development program and …
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Saturday December 13 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Fall 2025 Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts Master’s Graduation Celebration
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: TBA
Celebrate your achievement at the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts Master’s Graduation Celebration.