Benjamin Marx

Dr. Benjamin Marx is an Associate Professor of Economics at the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, Georgia State University. He focuses on public economics, exploring how economic policies affect societal well-being through randomized trials and observational methods.

His research emphasizes two primary areas: the impact of student loans and grants on academic performance, and the determinants of charitable donations. A notable project analyzed disaster relief funding gaps, revealing rural communities often receive less support due to geographic distance from high-population zones.

Dr. Marx teaches public economics across undergraduate to Ph.D. levels, emphasizing analytical skills and policy literacy. He believes informed citizens are critical to societal well-functioning, enabling recognition of misleading political claims and understanding policy effectiveness.