Overview
- The official Maryland Terrapins athletics colors are red, white, black and gold, a four-color palette inspired by the Maryland state flag and used across the program’s visual identity.
- This guide includes the official Maryland Athletics HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone values for all four primary colors.
- These color codes are useful for websites, digital graphics, presentations, print layouts, fan content and accurate Maryland athletics brand references.
Maryland Terrapins Team Information
| Team Name | Maryland Terrapins |
|---|---|
| League | NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) |
| Division | Big Ten Conference; Big Ten football currently uses a no-division format |
| Location | College Park, Maryland |
| Home Stadium / Arena | SECU Stadium |
| Official Website | Visit Maryland Terrapins |
Maryland Terrapins Color Codes
The official Maryland Terrapins colors are commonly used across team branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. The table below lists the official Maryland Athletics color values for HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references.
Accuracy note: The Maryland Athletics Brand Guidelines publish the values used in this article. The broader University of Maryland brand palette lists a different digital red value for university-wide communications. Because this article covers the Terrapins athletics brand, the athletics-specific value of #CE1126 takes priority here.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | PMS 186 | #CE1126 | 206, 17, 38 | 0, 100, 81, 4 |
| White | PMS 000C White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 |
| Black | PMS Process Black | #000000 | 0, 0, 0 | 30, 30, 30, 100 |
| Gold | PMS 116 | #FCD116 | 252, 209, 22 | 0, 16, 100, 0 |
How to Use Maryland Terrapins Colors
You can use the Maryland Terrapins 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. Use the Pantone references when a professional printer, manufacturer or vendor requires standardized spot-color matching.
For readable web content, check the contrast between text and background colors before publishing. White text generally needs a sufficiently dark background, while black text is usually easier to read on white or gold. Do not assume every red, black, gold and white combination automatically meets accessibility requirements.
Maryland Terrapins HEX Color Codes
The main Maryland Terrapins HEX color codes are #CE1126 for red, #FFFFFF for white, #000000 for black and #FCD116 for gold. These values are the official athletics web colors and are appropriate for HTML, CSS, website graphics, digital templates and online brand references.
Maryland Terrapins RGB Color Codes
The Maryland Terrapins RGB color codes are 206, 17, 38 for red, 255, 255, 255 for white, 0, 0, 0 for black and 252, 209, 22 for gold. RGB values are useful for screen-based designs, including social media posts, digital banners, video graphics and presentation slides.
Maryland Terrapins CMYK Color Codes
The official Maryland Athletics CMYK values are 0, 100, 81, 4 for red, 0, 0, 0, 0 for white, 30, 30, 30, 100 for black and 0, 16, 100, 0 for gold. These values are most useful for printed materials such as flyers, posters, brochures and merchandise mockups. Because print output can vary by printer, paper, ink system and color profile, always request a proof before final production.
Maryland Terrapins Pantone Colors
The official Maryland Terrapins athletics Pantone references are PMS 186 for red, PMS 000C White for white, PMS Process Black for black and PMS 116 for gold. Pantone values are useful when designers need consistent color matching across professional print, signage, apparel and branded materials.
FAQ About Maryland Terrapins Color Codes
What are the official Maryland Terrapins colors?
The official Maryland Terrapins athletics colors are red, white, black and gold. Maryland Athletics identifies all four as primary colors, reflecting the colors of the Maryland state flag.
What is the HEX code for Maryland Terrapins colors?
The Maryland Terrapins HEX codes are #CE1126 for red, #FFFFFF for white, #000000 for black and #FCD116 for gold. These are the web values published in the official Maryland Athletics Brand Guidelines.
Can I use Maryland Terrapins colors for my own design project?
You can use Maryland Terrapins color codes as references for personal design work, fan content and non-commercial projects. For commercial use, merchandise or anything that could appear officially affiliated with the university, review the university’s trademark and licensing requirements before publishing or selling the design.
Why do some websites show different Maryland red color codes?
Maryland’s official athletics and university-wide brand resources do not use the same digital red value. Maryland Athletics publishes #CE1126 for Terrapins athletics, while the university-wide palette publishes #E21833 for general institutional branding. For a Maryland Terrapins sports project, use the athletics-specific #CE1126 value unless an authorized brand representative instructs otherwise.
Does Maryland football play in a Big Ten division?
No. Maryland football competes in the Big Ten Conference, but the conference has used a no-division football format since the 2024 season. Maryland remains an NCAA Division I FBS program.
What is the Maryland Terrapins home football stadium?
The Maryland Terrapins play home football games at SECU Stadium in College Park, Maryland. The facility adopted the SECU Stadium name in 2022.
Are all four Maryland colors considered primary colors?
Yes. The official Maryland Athletics Brand Guidelines describe red, white, black and gold as four primary colors. The guide does not identify only one of them as the sole primary team color.
