Logo

General Guidelines

• Always use the logo in its complete form. The wordmark and coat of arms must not be separated, stacked, or altered in any way. If this causes issues in your design, please contact communicatie [at] ru.nl.
• Do not modify the logo. Its shape, colours, and wording are fixed.
• Use the official logo only. All university departments, faculties, and institutes use the same logo. No alternative or custom logos are permitted. Read why.
• In co-branded communication (e.g. with external partners), place the Radboud University logo alongside other logos.
• Do not change the proportions between the wordmark and the coat of arms.
• Preferred positioning: align the logo so that the coat of arms sits on the central axis of your layout.

Logo Variants

The full-colour logo is the primary version and should be used wherever possible. For specific applications, black or white versions are available.

Logo for digital use

For digital use, a variant is available with a white or transparent background (jpg/png). 

Full-colour logo with white background

Download logo with white background 

Full-colour logo with transparent background

Download logo with transparent background

White logo

Use on dark backgrounds or over images. Ensure sufficient contrast for legibility.

Download (PNG)

Black logo

Use in black-and-white documents, simple applications (such as stamps), or where a minimalist look is preferred.

Download (PNG)

Combined Logo: Radboud University + Radboudumc

In joint communication from Radboud University and Radboudumc, use the official combined logo. This version is available in full colour and in white, depending on the background.

Download full-colour: white background (JPG)

Download full-colour: transparent background (PNG)

Download white version (PNG)

Download vector for print (EPS)

An own logo

Radboud University communicates as one strong, recognisable brand. That’s why all faculties, institutes, departments, and other units use the official university logo in all communication.

Using a single, unified logo:

• increases the university’s visibility and recognisability, both nationally and internationally;
• ensures a consistent and professional appearance;
• strengthens trust in all communication issued under the Radboud name.

Sometimes, a custom logo may seem desirable - for example, to promote a project or research group. However, such logos often dilute the overall identity and create confusion among audiences.

For that reason, only the official Radboud University logo is permitted. Mention a sub-sender in text or in the designated areas within templates.

Exceptions may be made in rare cases, but only in consultation with communicatie [at] ru.nl.