Kansas Jayhawks Colors
- League
- League: NCAA
- Founded
- Founded: 1950
- Venue
- Venue: Home Stadium
The Kansas Jayhawks use ku blue and crimson as their primary team colors. Below are the hex, RGB, HSL, and CMYK values for the full Kansas Jayhawks color palette, with WCAG contrast checks and copy-ready code for web, print, and design tools.
KU Blue
Crimson
Kansas Jayhawks Color Codes
Every Kansas Jayhawks color in every common format — copy the exact values into your design, web, or print workflow.
| Color | Role | HEX | RGB | HSL | CMYK | Pantone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KU Blue | primary | #0051BA | 0, 81, 186 | hsl(214, 100%, 36%) | 100, 56, 0, 27 | — |
| Crimson | secondary | #E8000D | 232, 0, 13 | hsl(357, 100%, 45%) | 0, 100, 94, 9 | — |
Kansas Jayhawks Color History
The Kansas Jayhawks have maintained their signature color scheme throughout their history, with each color carefully chosen to represent the team's identity and connect with their fanbase. These colors are used across all team branding, uniforms, and merchandise.
The current palette pairs ku blue (#0051BA) and crimson (#E8000D). These values anchor the Kansas Jayhawks identity across uniforms, signage, broadcast graphics, and digital channels, giving the NCAA club a consistent look season to season.
Using Kansas Jayhawks Colors
Web & CSS
Use the HEX or rgb() values directly in CSS. The primary color, KU Blue (#0051BA), works well for headers and calls to action — check the contrast readouts above to choose white or black text for accessible pairings.
For print, convert to the CMYK values listed in the table. When color accuracy matters — vinyl, fabric, or signage — match against a Pantone (PMS) chip from the team's brand guide, since screen color rarely matches ink exactly.
Merch & apparel
Thread and heat-transfer vinyl are specified in Pantone, so bring the CMYK and hex values to your supplier as a starting point. Remember that team names, logos, and marks are trademarks — the color values are a reference, not a license.
Kansas Jayhawks Colors FAQ
What are the Kansas Jayhawks team colors?
The Kansas Jayhawks team colors are KU Blue (#0051BA) and Crimson (#E8000D).
What is the hex code for Kansas Jayhawks KU Blue?
The hex code for Kansas Jayhawks KU Blue is #0051BA. In RGB that is rgb(0, 81, 186), and in CMYK it is 100, 56, 0, 27.
What Pantone colors do the Kansas Jayhawks use?
Published Pantone (PMS) values are not listed for the Kansas Jayhawks in this reference. For exact Pantone matching in print or apparel, check the team's brand or style guide — the hex, RGB, and CMYK values on this page cover most digital and print needs.
Have the Kansas Jayhawks colors changed over time?
The Kansas Jayhawks have maintained their signature color scheme throughout their history, with each color carefully chosen to represent the team's identity and connect with their fanbase. These colors are used across all team branding, uniforms, and merchandise.
Can I use Kansas Jayhawks colors on merchandise I sell?
Color values themselves generally are not protectable, but team names, logos, and related marks are trademarks owned by their respective organizations. This is general information, not legal advice — review the team's brand guidelines and trademark terms before selling anything that uses their identity.
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Color values are researched using publicly available brand guidelines and reliable references. If a value looks outdated, let us know. Learn more in our methodology and sources.