The Ross Booth Honors Scholarship 2026 at Monash University provides targeted financial support to high‑achieving Honors students enrolled in business‑related Honors programmes in the Monash Business School. This scholarship helps recipients cover living and study costs so they can focus fully on academic excellence and research achievement during their Honors year.

About the Ross Booth Honors Scholarship

Monash University established the Ross Booth Honors Scholarship in memory of Ross Booth (1952–2024), a respected member of the Department of Economics and a dedicated Honors supervisor who contributed significantly to student success and business education at Monash.

The scholarship recognises outstanding academic performance by students who are commencing their Honors year in either the Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) or Bachelor of Economics (Honors) at the Monash Clayton campus. Monash awards this scholarship annually without requiring a separate application.

Why Choose The Ross Booth Honors Scholarship?

This scholarship allows Honors students to reduce financial pressure during their transition from undergraduate coursework into advanced research and thesis development. Monash’s Honors programmes in commerce and economics emphasise critical analysis, research skills, and academic rigour, and this scholarship helps students dedicate more time to achieving high‑quality research outcomes and preparing for postgraduate study or professional careers.

By receiving this award, students can allocate more energy to academic projects, build research expertise, and engage with faculty and industry initiatives that support business scholarship and leadership.

Ross Booth Honors Scholarship Summary

  • Host Country: Australia
  • Host University: Monash University
  • Scholarship Name: Ross Booth Honors Scholarship
  • Study Level: Honors (Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Economics)
  • Total Scholarship Value: Up to A$15,000 (one‑off payment)
  • Number of Awards: One scholarship awarded annually
  • Application Requirement: No separate application required – automatic assessment based on course admission and eligibility
  • Eligible Applicants: Commencing Honors students in Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) or Bachelor of Economics (Honors) at Monash Business School
  • Selection Basis: Academic achievement demonstrated through entry scores and academic record

Scholarship Benefits

The Ross Booth Honors Scholarship provides these key benefits:

  • Up to A$15,000 one‑off payment to support living and study expenses
  • Enables Honors students to focus on research and thesis work without excessive financial strain
  • Encourages academic excellence and commitment to Honors research
  • Supports students as they prepare for postgraduate study or professional careers in business and economics
  • Reinforces engagement with the Monash Business School academic community

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Ross Booth Honors Scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following:

  • Enrol in full‑time Honors study in either the Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) or Bachelor of Economics (Honors) at the Monash Business School
  • Study at the Monash Clayton campus in Australia
  • Demonstrate high academic achievement, typically reflected through strong ATAR or academic results
  • Meet any course entry requirements for the Honors degree

Monash automatically assesses eligible students who apply for and receive an offer into the Honors programmes; no separate scholarship application is required.

Required Documents

Because the scholarship is automatically assessed, students simply need to ensure the following documents are included in their course admissions process:

  • Official academic transcripts or results demonstrating eligibility and academic achievement
  • Honors course admission confirmation into Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) or Bachelor of Economics (Honors)
  • Any documentation required by Monash Business School for Honors admission

Application Process & Timeline

Follow these steps to be considered:

  1. Apply for an Honours programme – Submit your application for Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) or Bachelor of Economics (Honors) through the Monash admissions portal.
  2. Secure your course offer – Receive an unconditional or conditional offer of admission into the Honors year.
  3. Automatic scholarship assessment – Monash evaluates your eligibility for the Ross Booth Honors Scholarship based on your Honors offer and academic record.
  4. Receive scholarship outcome – If you meet the high‑achievement criteria, Monash awards the scholarship automatically.
  5. Accept and prepare for study – Accept your scholarship and course offer and prepare for your Honors year.