The Holberg Prize is awarded annually to a scholar who has made outstanding contributions to research in the humanities, social sciences, law or theology. The recipient must have had a decisive influence on international research. The Prize is worth NOK 6,000,000.

The Nils Klim Prize is awarded annually to a scholar under the age of 35, for outstanding contributions to research in the humanities, social sciences, law or theology. The candidate must be a citizen of a Nordic country or be formally affiliated with a Nordic research institution. The Prize is worth NOK 500,000.

Scholars holding positions at universities, academies and other research institutions are entitled to nominate candidates for the Holberg Prize and the Nils Klim Prize.

The nomination deadline is extended until 20 June

Normally the nomination deadline for both Prizes is set to 15 June, but due to recent reports of technical issues with the nomination form, the deadline has been extended to until 20 June.  We believe the issue is solved, but please do not hesitate to contact us if you should run into difficulties.

Detailed information about the criteria and process, as well as links to the nomination forms can be found here: The Holberg Prize nomination page and the Nils Klim Prize nomination page.