Welcome

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

Faculty Highlight

Mayra Pineda-Torres

Pineda-Torres researches topics related to women's and teenagers' welfare, such as the health and economic implications of access to reproductive healthcare.

Student Highlight

Ben Harrison

Econ Club President Ben Harrison shares why he studies economics and how he hopes to use it to change the world.

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Alumni Highlight

Tyler Mauldin

"The analytical and leadership skills I acquired through my master’s in economics have been foundational to my career in energy and tech," Mauldin 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 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. 

  • 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 …

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