Overview
- The official Minnesota Golden Gophers colors are maroon and gold, the two primary colors used to identify the University of Minnesota and its athletics programs.
- This guide provides the officially published HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references for Minnesota maroon and gold.
- These values are useful for websites, presentations, digital graphics, print projects, fan content and brand-reference work.
Minnesota Golden Gophers Team Information
| Team Name | Minnesota Golden Gophers |
|---|---|
| League | Other — NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) |
| Division | Big Ten Conference |
| Location | Minneapolis, Minnesota |
| Home Stadium / Arena | Huntington Bank Stadium |
| Official Website | Visit Minnesota Golden Gophers |
Minnesota Golden Gophers Color Codes
The official Minnesota Golden Gophers colors are commonly used across team branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. The table below lists the color values published by the University of Minnesota’s central brand resource. The NCAA’s official Minnesota school profile also identifies the school’s colors as maroon and gold.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UMN Maroon | Pantone 202 C (coated); Pantone 201 U (uncoated) | #7A0019 | 122, 0, 25 | 0, 100, 61, 43 |
| UMN Gold | Pantone 136 C (coated); Pantone 116 U (uncoated) | #FFCC33 | 255, 204, 51 | 0, 27, 76, 0 |
| No third official primary color | Not applicable | Not officially published | Not officially published | Not officially published |
Official-source note: The values above follow the University of Minnesota Colors and Type guide. The University’s brand policy identifies the central University Brand Website as the official source for current brand standards, including standards that apply to Athletics. Some official campus pages show different CMYK conversions for uncoated paper; this article uses the central guide’s published CMYK values and separately lists the official coated and uncoated Pantone references.
How to Use Minnesota Golden Gophers Colors
You can use the Minnesota Golden Gophers 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 and CSS, while RGB values are useful for screens, video and presentation software. CMYK values are intended for process-print workflows, and Pantone references are useful when a printer or manufacturer supports spot-color matching.
For digital projects, use the exact official HEX or RGB values rather than sampling colors from a photograph, screenshot or merchandise image. For print projects, tell the printer whether the job uses coated or uncoated stock because the University publishes different Pantone references for those surfaces. Always request a physical proof before approving a large print or merchandise run.
Minnesota Golden Gophers HEX Color Codes
The main Minnesota Golden Gophers HEX color codes are #7A0019 for UMN Maroon and #FFCC33 for UMN Gold. These officially published values are appropriate for web design, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online brand references. The University does not list a third official primary color.
Minnesota Golden Gophers RGB Color Codes
The Minnesota Golden Gophers RGB color codes are 122, 0, 25 for UMN Maroon and 255, 204, 51 for UMN Gold. These 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 color on digital screens.
Minnesota Golden Gophers CMYK Color Codes
The officially published Minnesota Golden Gophers CMYK color codes are 0, 100, 61, 43 for UMN Maroon and 0, 27, 76, 0 for UMN Gold. CMYK values are most useful for printed materials such as flyers, posters, brochures and merchandise mockups. Because output can vary by printer, paper, ink system and color profile, test the colors with a proof before final production.
Minnesota Golden Gophers Pantone Colors
The official Minnesota Golden Gophers Pantone references are Pantone 202 C for maroon on coated stock and Pantone 201 U for maroon on uncoated stock. Gold uses Pantone 136 C on coated stock and Pantone 116 U on uncoated stock. These values come from the University of Minnesota’s official central brand guide and are not estimates.
FAQ About Minnesota Golden Gophers Color Codes
What are the official Minnesota Golden Gophers colors?
The official Minnesota Golden Gophers colors are maroon and gold. The NCAA’s official University of Minnesota profile lists the colors as Maroon & Gold, and the University of Minnesota’s central brand guide identifies UMN Maroon and UMN Gold as the official primary colors. No third primary color is officially listed.
What is the HEX code for Minnesota Golden Gophers colors?
The official Minnesota Golden Gophers HEX codes are #7A0019 for UMN Maroon and #FFCC33 for UMN Gold. HEX codes are ideal for websites, HTML, CSS and other digital design projects.
Can I use Minnesota Golden Gophers colors for my own design project?
You can use the color values as design references for personal projects and fan content, but the colors, names, logos, Block M and mascot marks may be protected University trademarks. For commercial use, merchandise, advertising or anything that could imply official affiliation, review the University’s official branding, licensing and trademark requirements before publishing or selling the design.
