Georgia Tech’s STEM-certified Master of Science in Economics equips you with the quantitative data science skills Fortune 100 companies and top-ranked Ph.D. programs seek.
You’ll gain expertise in machine learning, data analytics, multivariate regression analysis, time series forecasting, and programming languages like SAS, SQL, Python, and R. Graduates pursue careers in consulting, investment banking, and analytics, or continue to Ph.D. programs in economics.
The average starting salary of Georgia Tech M.S. in Economics graduates is $110,000, with students going directly from the program into roles such as:
- Cloud Architect, Home Depot
- Consultant at Deloitte, EY, Jabian Consulting, and Capgemini
- Data Analyst, Synovus
- Engineering Associate, Wells Fargo
- Engineering Manager, Google
- Financial Analyst, CITI
- Health Scientist, Centers for Disease Control
- Marketing Analyst, Fontainebleau Hotels
- Project Manager, Energy Markets, Amazon
- Ph.D. programs at Emory, University of Miami, University of Virginia, Notre Dame
- Software Developer, NASA SEWP
- Software Engineer, Amazon
- Software Engineer, Oracle
- Strategy Analyst, Accenture
- Sustainability Analyst, Gables
$110,000
average starting salary for graduates of Georgia Tech Master’s in Economics program
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dual-degree options to earn alongside your M.S. in Economics (including a Top 25 MBA)
Flexible
one-year, two-year, and part-time tracks to complete the program on your schedule
Why Master's in Economics at Georgia Tech?
"A strong background in statistics and analytics has set me up well in my career in pricing and economics. Even if you're not the one doing the modeling, being able to interpret the results and understand the limits of data and analytics will take you a long way in finding actionable insights."
— Jack Curran, M.S. Economics
On our 400-acre campus in the middle of Atlanta, you’ll be surrounded by colleagues pushing boundaries in engineering, computing, artificial intelligence, data science, renewable energy, and other emerging technological fields. We work and study in the economic and cultural hub of the Southeast, a city rapidly gaining a reputation as an innovation leader in the U.S.
Atlanta is home to 16 Fortune 500 company headquarters, and more than 70% of Fortune 1000 companies have operations in the metro area, providing ample job opportunities after graduation. But despite these big-city advantages, the cost of living in Atlanta remains on par with the national average.
At Georgia Tech, you’ll earn an internationally recognized degree from one of the nation’s top-ranked public universities. With a reputation for excellence in technology and innovation, Georgia Tech opens doors to top employers and Ph.D. programs worldwide.
Dive deeper into our alumni stories to explore more. The Ivan Allen College alumni community spans from Atlanta to Washington, Europe, Africa, Asia, and beyond, connecting you to a network of support around the globe.
Take the next step in your career and apply for your M.S. in Economics today!
The priority admissions deadline for the M.S. in economics is Feb. 1. All applications received after this date will be considered on a rolling and space-available admissions basis through Apr. 1 of each year. Apply here, or visit our FAQ page for more information.
