CMU Maroon and Gold

CMU Maroon and Gold can be used liberally to create a positive association with the university and its traditions.



For printed materials:

  • Coated paper:
    • CMU maroon: PMS 208 or C=0, M=100, Y=40, K=40
    • CMU gold: PMS 141 or C=0, M=17, Y=80, K=0
  • Uncoated paper:
    • CMU maroon: PMS 1945 or C=0, M=100, Y=55, K=22
    • CMU gold: PMS 128 or C=0, M=11, Y=65, K=0

For the Web:
See the Web design standards for CMU Web colors.

For video, PowerPoint presentations, and interactive CDs:
  • CMU maroon: #9E0040, R=158, G=0, B=54
  • CMU gold: #FFD24F, R=255, G=210, B=79