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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

Nupur Kothari

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.

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Alumni Highlight

Wendy Horton McLeod

As the Chair of the Board of Advisors for the School of Economics (BASE), Wendy says her goal is to encourage more interaction between alumni, faculty, and current students.

Upcoming Events

  • 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. 

  • Friday August 28 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    2026 Ivan Allen College Fall Kick Off

    11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Location: Skiles Courtyard

    Kick off the new academic year with the Ivan Allen College!

  • Tuesday September 1 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Fall Student Organizations Fair: Day 1

    11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Location: Tech Green and Surrounding Walkways

    Each semester, the Center for Student Engagement hosts the Student Organizations Fair which provides new and returning Yellow Jackets an …

  • Wednesday September 2 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

    IAC Dinner with Alumni

    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

    Location: Registration Required

    Join fellow Ivan Allen College students for an evening of great food and meaningful conversations with alumni who were once in your shoes.

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