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What are the principles for selecting?  

  1. This Prize is awarded not only in recognition of past achievements, but also to individuals who remain actively engaged in scholarly pursuits as leading figures in their fields.

  2. Recipients are selected through a rigorous and impartial evaluation conducted by a panel of distinguished judges, each a top authority in their respective discipline. The Prize honors scholars, experts, and artists who have pioneered profound achievements in academic research or cultural and artistic endeavors.

  3. The prestige of the Prize does not rest on the reputation of the foundation or the monetary award, but solely on the purity of its founding purpose, the fairness of its selection process, and the exceptional accomplishments and future promise of its laureates.

  4. In line with the founding vision of the foundation, a Special Prize may also be awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of the nation and the global community.

What is the procedure for awarding the prize?

1. Recommendation of Candidates 

What are the requirements for candidates?

  • Must be a citizen of the Republic of Korea or a person of Korean descent, possessing both character and dignity, who has made outstanding achievements contributing to the development of the nation and society through academic activities. This includes individuals born in Korea, those holding Korean nationality, or those who have held it in the past.

  • Must currently be affiliated with, or have been previously affiliated with, an institution located in Korea (including the parent organization).

  • Must be alive as of the nomination deadline.

Who can recommend candidates?

  • Presidents or Deans of universities

  • Presidents of major academic societies in the Republic of Korea

  • Previous laureates of the Kyung-Ahm Prize

  • Members of the Kyung-Ahm Prize Committee or former judges of the Kyung-Ahm Prize

  • Joint recommendation by three or more professors

2. Evaluation

Evaluation Committee

  • Each prize category has a corresponding evaluation committee, which consists of a chairperson and five to seven members. 
  • The chairperson of the whole committee supervises the overall operation.


Number of Laureates

  •  In principle, an individual is awarded in each category. In special cases, a group may be awarded.


Criteria for Achievement

  • Achievements that are relevant to national development and universal humanity
  • Achievements that are socially exemplary and highly appreciated
  • Achievements that significantly contribute to the public interest

3. Awarding the Laureates

Selection of Laureates

  • The Selection Committee selects the award nominees.

  • The Kyung-Ahm Prize Committee approves the nominees.

  • The Board of Directors is notified.

Plaque and Prize money

  • A plaque and prize money of 300 million won will be awarded to the laureate of each category.

Award Ceremony

  • In November