Frequently Asked Questions
1. What Are Texas State's School Colors?
Texas State Maroon-Pantone 504
Texas State Gold-Pantone 872
Texas State Black-Pantone Process Black
2. What are the Texas State Logos and Trademarks?
3. Who must be licensed?
Any individual, organization or company wishing to use the name or identifying marks of Texas State University must obtain a license. This includes manufacturers or service providers who use Texas State University's name or logo on products or in advertising.
4. What kind of products may be licensed?
Most products must be considered for licensing. However, the University reserves the right to decline licensing of specific products.
5. If I am a student or from a department of Texas State University-San Marcos, do I need to ask permission to use a trademark?
Yes, it is important for the University to protect the trademarks and controlling their use will maintain their value. Fill out the Student and Internal request form found here: H:\Licensing.
6. How can I become licensed?
All information on how to become licensed is located at the Collegiate Licensing Company website at www.clc.com.
Information can also be found in our forms section or by contacting Texas State University's Collegiate Licensing Company Representative at:
The Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC)
290 Interstate North, Suite 200
Atlanta, GA 30339
Attn: Ryan Prowell
Phone: 770-956-0520
Email: rprowell@clc.com
7. Is there a fee to become licensed?
Yes. There is an advance fee and a royalty rate based upon the total gross invoice amounts billed ("Net Sales.").
8. Are any requests exempt from royalties?
Generally, items are subject to royalties. However each request is reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
9. How long do requests usually take to process?
Obtaining a license through CLC for one of its member institutions is a process that will require a great deal of thought, research, and commitment. With more than 2,500 companies already licensed to produce a wide range of products, only those companies that can exhibit a commitment to the collegiate market, have established production and distribution capabilities, and/or offer a new or unique product will be granted the opportunity to obtain a license.
Please review the application information in its entirety to understand the requirements and process for licensing. If you still have questions after reviewing the application, you may email applications@clc.com. Please be sure to include your name, company name and phone number in your email.
The licensing process can vary in length, based on the licensees' responsiveness in meeting CLC and each institution's policies and requests throughout the process. Many licensees can complete the application process within two months, while others may take considerably longer depending on how quickly they meet the requirements. The process is divided into three phases.
Phase I: Complete and submit a CLC licensing application.
Phase II: Submit designs and/or samples incorporating the marks of the institution(s); obtain product liability insurance; purchase CLC holograms per the labeling requirements; complete product specification sheets; and complete Authorized Manufacturer's Agreement (if applicable).
Phase III: Execute the CLC Standard Retail Product License Agreement and the CLC Special Agreement regarding Labor Codes of Conduct; provide factory site disclosure, and pay all advance and administrative fees.
If you are interested in obtaining a license through CLC, please click on the link below and provide the information requested. Once you complete the form, you will have access to CLC application.
Students and Departments associated with Texas State University San Marcos must fill out the internal request form, and once that is received the review process can 2-5 working days. Each request is reviewed on a case-by-case basis to ensure compliance with Texas State University-San Marcos policies.
10. What about using the Logos or Trademarks on a website?
For use of any Texas State University-San Marcos logos or trademarks, a license must be obtained. However cases will be reviewed on a case by case basis.
11. Who is licensed with the University?
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