Overview
- The San Diego State Aztecs use red and black as their official athletics color scheme, with SDSU’s brand system defining bright red, dark red and black for consistent production.
- This guide includes officially published HEX, RGB and CMYK values, plus official Pantone references where SDSU has published them.
- These color codes are useful for websites, presentations, digital graphics, print layouts, fan content and brand-reference work.
San Diego State Aztecs Team Information
| Team Name | San Diego State Aztecs |
|---|---|
| League | NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) |
| Division | Pac-12 Conference |
| Location | San Diego, California |
| Home Stadium / Arena | Snapdragon Stadium |
| Official Website | Visit San Diego State Aztecs |
Conference note: San Diego State officially joined the Pac-12 Conference on July 1, 2026. Older official pages and archived materials may still identify the Aztecs with the Mountain West, but the Pac-12 is the team’s current conference affiliation.
San Diego State Aztecs Color Codes
The official San Diego State Aztecs colors are commonly used across team branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. The table below lists the best available color values for HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bright Red | Pantone 185 | #D41736 | 212, 23, 54 | 10, 100, 83, 0 |
| Dark Red | Pantone 187 | #A6192E | 166, 25, 46 | 7, 100, 82, 26 |
| Black | Not officially published | #000000 | 0, 0, 0 | 40, 30, 20, 100 |
Official-source clarification: SDSU Athletics describes the official color scheme as red and black. The university’s official brand guide provides two production-ready red shades—Bright Red and Dark Red—along with Black. The Pantone value for Black is not listed on the official SDSU color page, so it is not presented here as an official specification.
Sources: SDSU Brand Guidelines: Colors, San Diego State Athletics, SDSU Snapdragon Stadium information and Pac-12 official membership announcement.
How to Use San Diego State Aztecs Colors
You can use the San Diego State Aztecs 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.
For a recognizable Aztecs-inspired layout, use Bright Red for high-visibility accents and calls to action, Dark Red for deeper backgrounds or secondary emphasis, and Black for typography, outlines and strong contrast. Check text contrast before publishing, especially when placing white or black text over either red.
San Diego State Aztecs HEX Color Codes
The main San Diego State Aztecs HEX color codes are #D41736, #A6192E and #000000. These values are commonly used in web design, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online branding references. Use #D41736 for Bright Red, #A6192E for Dark Red and #000000 for Black.
San Diego State Aztecs RGB Color Codes
The San Diego State Aztecs RGB color codes 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. The official values are RGB 212, 23, 54 for Bright Red; RGB 166, 25, 46 for Dark Red; and RGB 0, 0, 0 for Black.
San Diego State Aztecs CMYK Color Codes
The San Diego State Aztecs CMYK color codes are most useful for printed materials such as flyers, posters, brochures and merchandise mockups. The official SDSU values are CMYK 10, 100, 83, 0 for Bright Red; CMYK 7, 100, 82, 26 for Dark Red; and CMYK 40, 30, 20, 100 for Black. Because print output can vary by printer, paper, ink and color profile, always request a physical proof before final production.
San Diego State Aztecs Pantone Colors
Pantone values are useful when designers need consistent color matching across professional print and branding materials. SDSU officially publishes Pantone 185 for Bright Red and Pantone 187 for Dark Red. A Pantone value for Black is not officially published on the SDSU color page, so designers should confirm the appropriate black ink specification with the university or their print provider rather than treating an unofficial match as authoritative.
FAQ About San Diego State Aztecs Color Codes
What are the official San Diego State Aztecs colors?
The official San Diego State Athletics color scheme is red and black. For design production, the SDSU brand guide defines Bright Red, Dark Red and Black as primary colors used to maintain a consistent university identity.
What is the HEX code for San Diego State Aztecs colors?
The main San Diego State Aztecs HEX codes are #D41736 for Bright Red, #A6192E for Dark Red and #000000 for Black. HEX codes are ideal for websites, HTML, CSS and digital design projects.
Can I use San Diego State Aztecs colors for my own design project?
You can use San Diego State Aztecs color codes as references for personal designs, editorial graphics, fan content and non-commercial projects. Colors alone are not the same as permission to use SDSU names, logos or trademarks. For commercial use, merchandise or anything that could appear officially affiliated, review the university’s current brand and trademark rules before publishing or selling the design.
