The Academy

The oldest learned society in Norway

The Royal Norwegian Society of Sciences and Letters has 360 ordinary members as of January 2019. The total number of members is 759 when we include members above the age of 70. Members belong to either the Humanities Division (143) or the Natural-Science Division (217).

Protector

Following the passing of His Majesty King Harald V, the Society has submitted a new application for royal patronage. The application will be considered alongside other applications for royal patronage in early 2027.

Queen Sonja and TRH King Haakon VIII and Queen Mette-Marit are honorary members.