Penn State Nittany Lions Colors
- League
- League: NCAA
- Founded
- Founded: 1950
- Venue
- Venue: Home Stadium
The Penn State Nittany Lions use navy blue and white as their primary team colors. Below are the hex, RGB, HSL, and CMYK values for the full Penn State Nittany Lions color palette, with WCAG contrast checks and copy-ready code for web, print, and design tools.
Navy Blue
White
Penn State Nittany Lions Color Codes
Every Penn State Nittany Lions color in every common format — copy the exact values into your design, web, or print workflow.
| Color | Role | HEX | RGB | HSL | CMYK | Pantone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navy Blue | primary | #041E42 | 4, 30, 66 | hsl(215, 89%, 14%) | 94, 55, 0, 74 | — |
| White | secondary | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | hsl(0, 0%, 100%) | 0, 0, 0, 0 | — |
Penn State Nittany Lions Color History
The Penn State Nittany Lions 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 navy blue (#041E42) and white (#FFFFFF). These values anchor the Penn State Nittany Lions identity across uniforms, signage, broadcast graphics, and digital channels, giving the NCAA club a consistent look season to season.
Using Penn State Nittany Lions Colors
Web & CSS
Use the HEX or rgb() values directly in CSS. The primary color, Navy Blue (#041E42), 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.
Penn State Nittany Lions Colors FAQ
What are the Penn State Nittany Lions team colors?
The Penn State Nittany Lions team colors are Navy Blue (#041E42) and White (#FFFFFF).
What is the hex code for Penn State Nittany Lions Navy Blue?
The hex code for Penn State Nittany Lions Navy Blue is #041E42. In RGB that is rgb(4, 30, 66), and in CMYK it is 94, 55, 0, 74.
What Pantone colors do the Penn State Nittany Lions use?
Published Pantone (PMS) values are not listed for the Penn State Nittany Lions 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 Penn State Nittany Lions colors changed over time?
The Penn State Nittany Lions 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 Penn State Nittany Lions 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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