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
Assistant Professor Cici McNamara researches how policies influence the demand and supply of health care and the impacts changes have on market and patient outcomes. In her free time, she loves going out to movies at Atlanta's many theaters.
Student Highlight
Cade chose Georgia Tech because he was excited for the opportunity to be a part of the next wave of economists and social science researchers who are finding new ways to infuse the data-driven technologies of the past decade.
Alumni Highlight
Urbina shares what he's learned from his experience as Vice President of the AI, Machine Learning, and Data Science Team at Genpact Costa Rica and his work in Costa Rican politics.
Upcoming Events
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Tuesday September 22 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Education Abroad 101: Faculty-Led Programs
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: John Lewis Student Center, Piedmont Room
Explore 60+ faculty-led study abroad programs open to Georgia Tech students of all majors, offering first-time travelers a structured, …
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Wednesday September 23 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
IAC Alumni Game Night @ Tech Rec
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Tech Rec (John Lewis Student Center)
Reconnect with fellow alumni over classic arcade games, bowling, billiards, and friendly competition at Tech Rec.
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Friday September 25 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Master of Science in Global Development Information Session
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Online
In this information session for the Master's in Global Development, learn how you can create practical solutions for global challenges in …
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Friday September 25 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Ivan Allen Advantage Speaker Series: Ed Byrns and Amy Phuong
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location: Scholar's Event Theatre, Price Gilbert Memorial Library, Room 1280
Join Dean Amanda and distinguished alumni Ed Byrns and Amy Phuong for a fireside chat about their experiences as students, professionals, …