Sofia received the Prix Bordin for her work on rigid body rotation.
On January 11, 1886, Sofia was awarded the Prix Bordin by the French Academy of Sciences for her research on the dynamics of rigid body rotation, which later became known as the Kovalevskaya top. This award not only recognized her work on a complex mathematical problem but also underscored her status as a leading mathematician of her time. The recognition from such a prestigious institution further cemented her legacy as a trailblazer in mathematical sciences.