Overview
- The Michigan State Spartans use Spartan Green and White as their core official colors, while Black is an approved supporting color for black-and-white and accessibility applications.
- This guide provides officially verified HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone information where Michigan State University has published it.
- These color references are useful for websites, presentations, digital graphics, print layouts, fan content and brand-reference projects.
Michigan State Spartans Team Information
| Team Name | Michigan State Spartans |
|---|---|
| League | NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) |
| Division | Big Ten Conference |
| Location | East Lansing, Michigan |
| Home Stadium / Arena | Spartan Stadium |
| Official Website | Visit Michigan State Spartans |
Michigan State Spartans Color Codes
The official Michigan State Spartans colors are commonly used across team branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. Michigan State University identifies Spartan Green and White as its core brand colors. Black is also approved for black-and-white applications and when needed for accessibility, but it should not be described as a third core team color. The table below lists the officially published color values available from Michigan State University sources.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spartan Green | Pantone 567 | #18453B | 24, 69, 59 | 82, 0, 64, 70 |
| White | Not officially published | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 |
| Black | Not officially published | #000000 | 0, 0, 0 | 0, 0, 0, 100 |
Official source note: Michigan State University’s Brand Studio color palette identifies Spartan Green and White as the core colors and publishes the official web HEX values. The university’s Digital Accessibility color chart publishes the corresponding RGB and CMYK builds. MSU trademark standards identify Pantone 567 as the official Spartan Green ink reference.
How to Use Michigan State Spartans Colors
You can use the Michigan State Spartans color codes for digital design, website elements, social media graphics, printable materials, fan artwork, presentations and sports-related content. HEX codes are typically best for websites, RGB values are useful for screens and digital design, while CMYK values are mainly used for print projects. Spartan Green should carry the main visual identity, White should provide contrast and space, and Black should be reserved for approved support, monochrome or accessibility needs.
For accessible digital layouts, avoid relying on color alone to communicate meaning. Michigan State’s official accessibility guidance recommends checking contrast between text and backgrounds. White text on Spartan Green is an established accessible pairing, while color performance can vary according to font size, weight and surrounding elements.
Michigan State Spartans HEX Color Codes
The main Michigan State Spartans HEX color codes are #18453B for Spartan Green, #FFFFFF for White and #000000 for Black. Spartan Green and White are the core colors; Black is an approved supporting color. These values are officially published by Michigan State University and are suitable for web design, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online branding references.
Michigan State Spartans RGB Color Codes
The Michigan State Spartans RGB color codes are 24, 69, 59 for Spartan Green; 255, 255, 255 for White; and 0, 0, 0 for Black. RGB values are useful for screen-based designs, including social media posts, digital banners, video graphics and presentation slides. RGB values define how red, green and blue light combine to display each team color on digital screens.
Michigan State Spartans CMYK Color Codes
The Michigan State Spartans CMYK color codes are 82, 0, 64, 70 for Spartan Green; 0, 0, 0, 0 for White; and 0, 0, 0, 100 for Black. These officially published builds are most useful for printed materials such as flyers, posters, brochures and merchandise mockups. Because print output can vary by printer, paper, coating, ink and color profile, always request a proof or test print before final production.
Michigan State Spartans Pantone Colors
The officially published Pantone reference for Spartan Green is Pantone 567. Michigan State’s official trademark guidance also refers to this color as PMS 567. No separate Pantone values are officially published for standard White or Black in the cited university color guidance, so those entries are labeled “Not officially published” rather than presented as unofficial matches. Pantone references are useful when designers need consistent spot-color matching across professional print, signage, apparel and licensed branding materials.
FAQ About Michigan State Spartans Color Codes
What are the official Michigan State Spartans colors?
The official Michigan State Spartans core colors are Spartan Green and White. Black is an approved supporting color for black-and-white applications and accessibility needs, but Michigan State University does not identify it as a third core color.
What is the HEX code for Michigan State Spartans colors?
The main Michigan State Spartans HEX codes are #18453B for Spartan Green and #FFFFFF for White. The approved supporting Black value is #000000. HEX codes are ideal for websites, HTML, CSS and digital design projects.
What Pantone color is Michigan State Spartan Green?
Michigan State University identifies Spartan Green as Pantone 567, also written as PMS 567 in official trademark guidance. Designers should use the color formula appropriate to the production medium because a Pantone spot color, CMYK build, RGB value and web HEX value can render differently.
Are Michigan State Green and Spartan Green the same color?
In official Michigan State branding, Spartan Green is the named core green associated with the university and its athletics identity. Its official web value is #18453B, its RGB value is 24, 69, 59, and its CMYK build is 82, 0, 64, 70.
Is Black an official Michigan State Spartans color?
Black is officially approved as a supporting color for black-and-white applications and when accessibility requires it. However, Michigan State University identifies Spartan Green and White—not Green, White and Black—as the core brand colors.
Which Michigan State color code should I use for a website?
Use the official HEX value #18453B for Spartan Green and #FFFFFF for White in web projects. Use #000000 when an approved Black support color is needed. Check text and background contrast before publishing, especially for small text, buttons and navigation elements.
Which color format should I use for printing?
Use Pantone 567 when a printer or licensed vendor supports spot-color production and exact brand matching. For standard four-color printing, use the official Spartan Green CMYK build of 82, 0, 64, 70, then review a physical proof because paper, ink and printer profiles can affect the final result.
Can I use Michigan State Spartans colors for my own design project?
You can use Michigan State Spartans color codes as references for personal design work, fan content and non-commercial projects. Color values themselves are practical design references, but Michigan State names, logos, helmet marks and other trademarks are protected. For commercial use, merchandise, sponsorships or anything that could imply official affiliation, review Michigan State University’s official trademark and licensing rules before publishing or selling a design.
