Overview
- The official TCU school colors are purple and white, with Horned Frog Purple serving as the dominant brand color; grey and black are official supporting colors in the primary palette.
- This guide includes officially published HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references, while clearly labeling values that TCU does not officially publish.
- These colors are useful for websites, presentations, digital graphics, print layouts, fan content and accurate TCU brand reference.
TCU Horned Frogs Team Information
| Team Name | TCU Horned Frogs |
|---|---|
| League | NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) |
| Division | Big 12 Conference |
| Location | Fort Worth, Texas |
| Home Stadium / Arena | Amon G. Carter Stadium |
| Official Website | Visit TCU Horned Frogs |
TCU Horned Frogs Color Codes
The official TCU Horned Frogs colors are commonly used across university and athletics branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. TCU officially identifies purple and white as its school colors. Its official primary brand palette also includes Horned Frog Grey and Horned Frog Black. The table below lists the officially published color values available from TCU Brand Central.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horned Frog Purple | PMS 268 C | #4D1979 | 77, 25, 121 | 79, 100, 0, 20 |
| Horned Frog White | Not officially published | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 |
| Horned Frog Grey | PMS 429 C | #A3A9AC | 164, 169, 173 | 38, 27, 27, 0 |
| Horned Frog Black | Not officially published | #000000 | 0, 0, 0 | 0, 0, 0, 100 |
Accuracy note: TCU Brand Central publishes Horned Frog Grey as HEX #A3A9AC and RGB 164, 169, 173. Those two values are not an exact mathematical conversion of one another, so this article preserves both official published values rather than replacing either with an unofficial correction. For tightly controlled production work, use the value specified for the intended medium or request guidance from TCU Brand Central.
Athletics accent note: TCU Brand Central states that red is reserved for Athletics in limited accent use. A red value is not included in the table because the cited official primary-palette page does not publish a corresponding HEX, RGB, CMYK or Pantone specification.
How to Use TCU Horned Frogs Colors
You can use the TCU Horned Frogs 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. TCU states that Horned Frog Purple should be the dominant color in brand applications.
For accessible digital layouts, test text and background combinations for sufficient contrast rather than assuming that every official color pairing is readable at every text size. For professional printing, use the official Pantone reference when available and confirm the final result with a physical proof.
TCU Horned Frogs HEX Color Codes
The main TCU Horned Frogs HEX color codes are #4D1979 for Horned Frog Purple, #FFFFFF for Horned Frog White, #A3A9AC for Horned Frog Grey and #000000 for Horned Frog Black. These values are published by TCU Brand Central and are useful in web design, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online branding references.
TCU Horned Frogs RGB Color Codes
The TCU Horned Frogs RGB color codes are 77, 25, 121 for purple; 255, 255, 255 for white; 164, 169, 173 for grey; 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.
TCU Horned Frogs CMYK Color Codes
The TCU Horned Frogs CMYK color codes are 79, 100, 0, 20 for purple; 0, 0, 0, 0 for white; 38, 27, 27, 0 for grey; and 0, 0, 0, 100 for black. CMYK values are most useful for printed materials such as flyers, posters, brochures and merchandise mockups. Because print output can vary by printer, paper, ink and color profile, always test colors before final production.
TCU Horned Frogs Pantone Colors
The officially published TCU Pantone references are PMS 268 C for Horned Frog Purple and PMS 429 C for Horned Frog Grey. TCU Brand Central does not publish Pantone values for Horned Frog White or Horned Frog Black on its primary-palette page, so those entries are labeled “Not officially published.” Pantone values are useful when designers need consistent color matching across professional print and branding materials.
FAQ About TCU Horned Frogs Color Codes
What are the official TCU Horned Frogs colors?
The official TCU school colors are purple and white. TCU Brand Central identifies Horned Frog Purple as the dominant brand color and lists Horned Frog Grey and Horned Frog Black as supporting colors in the official primary palette.
What is the HEX code for TCU Horned Frogs colors?
The main TCU Horned Frogs HEX codes are #4D1979 for purple, #FFFFFF for white, #A3A9AC for grey and #000000 for black. HEX codes are ideal for websites, HTML, CSS and digital design projects.
What Pantone color is TCU purple?
The official TCU purple is PMS 268 C. TCU also publishes CMYK 79, 100, 0, 20, RGB 77, 25, 121 and HEX #4D1979 for Horned Frog Purple.
Why do some websites list different TCU color codes?
Third-party color websites may use converted, sampled or outdated values. This article prioritizes TCU Brand Central. The official guide itself lists Horned Frog Grey as HEX #A3A9AC and RGB 164, 169, 173 even though those values are not an exact conversion, so both are retained as officially published.
Is red an official TCU Horned Frogs color?
TCU Brand Central says red is reserved for Athletics in limited use as an accent color. The official primary-palette page does not publish a red color code, so a specific red HEX, RGB, CMYK or Pantone value should not be presented as official without additional written guidance from TCU.
Can I use TCU Horned Frogs colors for my own design project?
You can use TCU Horned Frogs color codes as design references for personal fan content and non-commercial projects. Color values alone do not grant permission to use TCU logos, trademarks or protected brand assets. For commercial use, merchandise or official branding, review TCU’s licensing and trademark requirements before publishing or selling any design.
Where were these TCU color codes verified?
The color data was verified against official TCU Brand Central pages, including University Color, Paint Box and Logo Identity Standards. Team and stadium details were checked through the official TCU Athletics website, and conference membership was checked through the official Big 12 Conference website.
