University Seal Generator
Design a classic academic seal — the university or college name curved around the rim, a founding year on the bottom arc and a Latin motto or star at the center — for diplomas, transcripts and crest mock-ups.
Make this seal your own
Open this template in the free online editor to change the text, fonts, colors and size, then export a transparent PNG or vector SVG.
Customize in editorAbout this seal
A university seal is the formal emblem of a college or university, embossed or printed on diplomas, transcripts and official correspondence to authenticate them. The traditional design places the institution name on the top arc, a founding year (FOUNDED 1900) on the bottom, and a motto, crest or star in the center. Academic seals lean on serif type and deep, dignified colors.
Common uses
- Diplomas, degrees and certificates
- Official transcripts and academic records
- Letters of recommendation and verification
- Crest, letterhead and regalia mock-ups
How to create it
- Open the template — the round academic-seal layout is pre-applied.
- Enter the university or college name on the top arc.
- Set the founding year on the bottom arc.
- Add a Latin motto or keep the central star.
- Choose a color and font, then export a transparent PNG or SVG.
Frequently asked questions
Can I add a Latin motto to a university seal?
Yes — the editor's sub-text line sits inside the rim for a motto such as VERITAS or LUX ET VERITAS, and the center can hold a star or initial.
What color suits an academic seal?
Deep navy, maroon or forest green read as traditional and formal. The editor lets you pick any color.
Legal & usage
Seals render in your browser for design and demonstration only. A university seal authenticates academic records — only create one for an institution you are authorized to represent, and never to falsify credentials.