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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. 

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Faculty Highlight

Olga Shemyakina

Shemyakina's research explores the short- and long-term effects of armed conflict.

Student Highlight

Jacob Aguirre

Undergraduate student Jacob Aguirre is completing a dual degree in economics and mathematics in only two and a half years! In his student profile, he shares the importance of getting involved on campus and what he plans to do in the future.

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Alumni Highlight

Jack Curran

"A strong background in statistics and analytics has set me up well in my career in pricing and economics," Curran says.

Upcoming Events

  • 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!

  • Thursday August 20 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    IAC Alumni Volunteer Leadership: New Student Convocation 2026 (Traditions Bag Prep)

    9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    Location: TBA

    Help the Special Events and Protocol Office welcome new students for New Student Convocation. Sign-up will close on July 29.

  • Thursday August 20 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Grad Expo

    10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Location: Exhibition Hall

    Check out Georgia Tech's official resource fair for new graduate students. The Grad Expo, hosted by the Office of Graduate Education, is …

  • Sunday August 23 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

    2026 New Student Convocation

    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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