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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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 …
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Escalating tensions in the Middle East are fueling global oil price volatility and driving up costs for U.S. consumers, from gas and airfare …
Featured Research
Faculty Highlight
Assistant Professor Karen Yan shares her inspiration for pursuing economics, her advice for students interested in the field, and much more.
Student Highlight
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.
Alumni Highlight
Li uses machine learning and AI tools to help build data science solutions for Home Depot's online business.
Upcoming Events
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Thursday August 20 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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 …
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Thursday August 20 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Nuclear Public Webinar Series 1: The New Nuclear: From Small Modular Reactors to Next-Gen Tech
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Online - Virtual
In the first of a three-part webinar series on nuclear energy, Steve Biegalski, Program Chair, Nuclear and Radiological Engineering and …
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Sunday August 23 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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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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!