Holberg Prize Grant

The Holberg Prize, awarded annually since 2003 by the Norwegian Parliament, recognizes exceptional contributions in the humanities, social sciences, law, and theology. Valued at NOK 6,000,000 (approximately EUR 600,000 / USD 650,000), it honors scholars whose work significantly influences international research. Candidates are nominated by scholars at universities and research institutions, excluding organizations or self-nominations. This prestigious award promotes interdisciplinary excellence within these fields.

The Holberg Prize is an international prize awarded annually for outstanding contributions to research in the humanities, social sciences, law and theology.
The Holberg Prize was established by the Norwegian Parliament in 2003 and is awarded annually to a scholar who has made outstanding contributions to research in the humanities, social sciences, law or theology. The Prize may be awarded both for work within a particular academic discipline and for work of a cross-disciplinary nature.
The Prize is worth NOK 6,000,000 (approximately EUR 600,000 / USD 650,000).

Eligibility

The recipient must have had a decisive influence on international research.Scholars holding positions at universities, academies and other research institutions, are entitled to nominate candidates for the Holberg Prize.

Ineligibility

Groups or organizations may not be nominated.
Self-nominations and post-humous nominations are not accepted.
Joint nominations do not strengthen a candidacy.
Nominations are strictly confidential and should not be disclosed to the nominee or to others at any time.