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Boston University Red Color Code: HEX Code & RGB Code Values ​

Looking for specific Boston University red color code? Get exact BU red hex code #CC0000 and BU red RGB code rgb(204,0,0). Complete color information for design and development projects featuring this vibrant, academic color.

Visual example of Boston University red color with its vibrant, scarlet appearance
HEX#CC0000
RGBrgb(204,0,0)

Shades of Boston University Red ​

Create custom shades of boston university red with our color generator. Adjust hues, tints, and tones to find the perfect shade of boston university red for your project.

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Shades (Adding Black)

  • 3B82F6
    rgb(59, 130, 246)
  • 376BC8
    rgb(55, 107, 200)
  • 31559D
    rgb(49, 85, 157)
  • 294073
    rgb(41, 64, 115)
  • 202C4C
    rgb(32, 44, 76)
  • 151928
    rgb(21, 25, 40)
  • 000000
    rgb(0, 0, 0)

Tints (Adding White)

  • 3B82F6
    rgb(59, 130, 246)
  • 6D95F8
    rgb(109, 149, 248)
  • 91A9FA
    rgb(145, 169, 250)
  • AFBEFC
    rgb(175, 190, 252)
  • CBD3FD
    rgb(203, 211, 253)
  • E5E9FE
    rgb(229, 233, 254)
  • FFFFFF
    rgb(255, 255, 255)

Tones (Adding Gray)

  • 3B82F6
    rgb(59, 130, 246)
  • 5082E9
    rgb(80, 130, 233)
  • 6182D7
    rgb(97, 130, 215)
  • 6F83C4
    rgb(111, 131, 196)
  • 7983B0
    rgb(121, 131, 176)
  • 80849B
    rgb(128, 132, 155)
  • 808080
    rgb(128, 128, 128)

Boston University Red Palette ​

Explore curated and automatically generated color palettes featuring boston university red. See how it harmonizes with other colors for UI themes, graphics, and branding materials.

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Sequential

Single hue gradient for data visualization

7 colors
Lightest
#DAF1FF
Light
#ACD2F3
Medium Light
#7AB5E7
Medium
#3498DB
Medium Dark
#2B6F9F
Dark
#214967
Darkest
#142634

Diverging

Dual hue gradient with a neutral midpoint

9 colors
Base End
#3498DB
Left Dark
#76AEE2
Left Medium
#A4C5E9
Left Light
#CEDDEF
Neutral
#F5F5F5
Right Light
#F5D5C3
Right Medium
#F1B593
Right Dark
#E89664
Complementary End
#DB7734

Monochromatic

Same hue, different brightness/saturation

5 colors
Lightest
#FFFFFF
Light
#A9CAED
Medium
#3498DB
Dark
#004D89
Darkest
#000000

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

5 colors
Left Adjacent 2
#34DB77
Left Adjacent 1
#34DBCB
Main
#3498DB
Right Adjacent 1
#3445DB
Right Adjacent 2
#7734DB

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

2 colors
Main
#3498DB
Complementary
#DB7734

Triadic

Evenly spaced around the color wheel (120° apart)

3 colors
Main
#3498DB
Secondary
#DB3498
Tertiary
#98DB34

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

4 colors
Main
#3498DB
Right 90°
#CB34DB
Complementary
#DB7734
Left 90°
#45DB34

Tetradic

Two pairs of complementary colors

4 colors
Main
#3498DB
Secondary
#7734DB
Complementary
#DB7734
Complementary Secondary
#98DB34

Split Complementary

Complementary colors ±30°

3 colors
Main
#3498DB
Split Left
#DB3444
Split Right
#DBCB34

Cyclic

Circular gradient for periodic data

8 colors
0°
#3498DB
45°
#4D34DB
90°
#CB34DB
135°
#DB346E
180°
#DB7734
225°
#C2DB34
270°
#45DB34
315°
#34DBA1

Pastel

Soft, desaturated colors for modern UI

6 colors
Light Pastel
#A2B6C3
Pastel 1
#AFBFCB
Pastel 2
#BBC9D3
Pastel 3
#C7D3DB
Pastel 4
#D4DDE3
Deep Pastel
#E0E7EB

Common Red Color Codes (HEX & RGB) ​

Red →
HEX:#FF0000
RGB:rgb(255, 0, 0)
Dark Red →
HEX:#8B0000
RGB:rgb(139, 0, 0)
Blood Red →
HEX:#880808
RGB:rgb(136,8,8)
Maroon →
HEX:#800000
RGB:rgb(128, 0, 0)
Burgundy →
HEX:#800020
RGB:rgb(128, 0, 32)
Crimson →
HEX:#DC143C
RGB:rgb(220, 20, 60)

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Boston University Red Color Code Converter ​

Instantly convert between HEX, RGB, CMYK, and more for Boston University red shades.

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All Formats:

  • HEX:
    #ECB12E
  • RGB:
    rgb(236, 177, 46)
  • CMYK:
    cmyk(0%, 25%, 81%, 7%)
  • HSV:
    hsv(41°, 81%, 93%)
  • HSL:
    hsl(41°, 83%, 55%)

What is Boston University Red? ​

Boston University red is the official color of Boston University, representing academic tradition and school spirit. This vibrant scarlet shade is a deep, saturated red with strong visual impact.

The hex code for Boston University red is #CC0000, with RGB values of rgb(204, 0, 0). It's a bold, iconic color.

Design Applications ​

Boston University red is ideal for educational branding, sports merchandise, and academic materials. It pairs beautifully with white, gold, and navy blue. Use it for university websites, apparel, or promotional materials.

FAQ ​

What is the Boston University red hex code? ​

The Boston University red hex code is #CC0000.

What colors complement Boston University red? ​

Boston University red pairs well with white, gold, and navy blue.

Is this the official Boston University color? ​

Yes, #CC0000 is the official red used by Boston University.