Boston Instagram accounts you should follow

Whether you are a current student or a prospective Terrier, here are the best Instagram accounts to follow before Fall semester.

Instagram currently has over 700 millions users who scroll through their feeds daily for the latest pictures from the most popular accounts. Among these are college accounts from around the world.

Following Instagram accounts is a perfect way to see what living in Boston and attending BU is like. Some show followers excellent photos of campus and city life, while others keep them updated on important or funny news.

Boston University (@bostonu)

BU's official Instagram account. From showcasing students and professors on #TerrierTuesdays to providing beautiful shots of campus, this account gives the true picture of life at BU.

BU's official Instagram account. From showcasing students and professors on #TerrierTuesdays to providing beautiful shots of campus, this account gives the true picture of life at BU.

Boston University Admissions (@applytobu)

If you are a prospective Terrier look no further than this account for tips on how to get into BU.

If you are a prospective Terrier look no further than this account for tips on how to get into BU.

Kenneth Elmore (@kennmore)

The BU Dean of Student's account has great shots of BU events and campus life. Maybe he will even follow you back.

The BU Dean of Student's account has great shots of BU events and campus life. Maybe he will even follow you back.

BU Dining (@budiningservice)

From Bay State dining hall to the food concourse at the GSU, enjoy a behind-the-scene look at what it's like to prepare food for students and visitors at BU.

From Bay State dining hall to the food concourse at the GSU, enjoy a behind-the-scene look at what it's like to prepare food for students and visitors at BU.

BU Athletics (@buathletics)

 From wins to upcoming games, this account has the latest updates for all sports fanatics. Go BU!

From wins to upcoming games, this account has the latest updates for all sports fanatics. Go BU!

BU Hockey (@terrierhockey)

Continuing with the BU sports trend, this account exhibits the activities of one of BU's most beloved sports teams.

Continuing with the BU sports trend, this account exhibits the activities of one of BU's most beloved sports teams.

BU Dog Pound (@bu_dogpound)

The Dog Pound is BU's student fan section and are a favorite at all hockey games. If you have school pride give this account a follow.

The Dog Pound is BU's student fan section and are a favorite at all hockey games. If you have school pride give this account a follow.

Bucket List Boston (@bucketlistboston)

Run by COM student Kate Weiser. Anyone looking for new places to travel, this is your guide.

Run by COM student Kate Weiser. Anyone looking for new places to travel, this is your guide.

Tami Nguyen (@bostontamcam)

Another COM student takes followers into the heart of Boston life with shots of landmarks such as the Prudential Centre and TD Garden. Nguyen is the youngest camera and graphics operator for the arena.

Another COM student takes followers into the heart of Boston life with shots of landmarks such as the Prudential Centre and TD Garden. Nguyen is the youngest camera and graphics operator for the arena.

The Boston Calendar (@thebostoncal)

This account documents Boston events that “don't suck," according to their bio. Fun fact: Tami Nguyen is also a contributor to this account.

This account documents Boston events that “don't suck," according to their bio. Fun fact: Tami Nguyen is also a contributor to this account.

Boston Foodies (@bostonfoodies)

Harvard grad Tiffany Lopinsky showcases the best eats in the Boston are. Follow for food porn.

Harvard grad Tiffany Lopinsky showcases the best eats in the Boston are. Follow for food porn.

Blackbird Doughnuts (@blackbirddoughnuts)

These doughnuts are without a doubt the best in Boston. Follow this account for pictures of the types of doughnuts they sell, and check out their new location in Fenway.

These doughnuts are without a doubt the best in Boston. Follow this account for pictures of the types of doughnuts they sell, and check out their new location in Fenway.

Gretchen Geraghty (@gretchenlovesbeauty)

Questrom student, Gretchen Geraghty, runs her own YouTube channel, giving viewers advice about fashion, beauty, and life. Her Instagram account follows her adventures at BU and beyond.

Questrom student, Gretchen Geraghty, runs her own YouTube channel, giving viewers advice about fashion, beauty, and life. Her Instagram account follows her adventures at BU and beyond.

Maxine TrendItStyle (@maxinetwigg)

Another Questrom student takes followers into her life, from the clothes she wears to the food she eats. You can also check her out on her blog: trenditstyle.com.

Another Questrom student takes followers into her life, from the clothes she wears to the food she eats. You can also check her out on her blog: trenditstyle.com.

Aga Bereznicka (@axaphoto)

Who doesn't love good photography? Check out this CAS student's gallery.

Who doesn't love good photography? Check out this CAS student's gallery.

Texts From Last Night (@textsfromlastnight_bu)

Hilarious text messages from the night before. Followers submit their conversations for a chance to be featured.

Hilarious text messages from the night before. Followers submit their conversations for a chance to be featured.

F*ckboysofBU 2.0 (@bu_bootycalls)

BU's best hook up fail stories are here for everyone's amusement. Just as before, followers submit their own screenshots for a chance to be featured.

BU's best hook up fail stories are here for everyone's amusement. Just as before, followers submit their own screenshots for a chance to be featured.

The Allston Crawl (@allstoncrawl)

This photographer goes around Allston taking people's photos, asking for only one thing in return: they write the caption. The Tab BU will be interviewing the creator soon so look out for that on our site.

This photographer goes around Allston taking people's photos, asking for only one thing in return: they write the caption. The Tab BU will be interviewing the creator soon so look out for that on our site.

BU Student Activities (@bustudentactivities)

This account shows how you can get involved in the BU community through a variety of events and clubs.

This account shows how you can get involved in the BU community through a variety of events and clubs.

Boston University Study Abroad (@buabroad)

If you dream about studying abroad one day, check out this account with beautiful shots of students in places like London, Auckland, and more.

If you dream about studying abroad one day, check out this account with beautiful shots of students in places like London, Auckland, and more.

Only In Boston (@onlyinbos)

Contests for concert tickets and shots of the Boston Common are just some of the things you'll find only in Boston and this account.

Contests for concert tickets and shots of the Boston Common are just some of the things you'll find only in Boston and this account.

Trident Booksellers and Cafe (@tridentbooks)

One of the cutest bookstores in Boston. Located on Newbury Street, Trident Booksellers and Cafe is not only a bookstore but also a cafe with delicious food.

One of the cutest bookstores in Boston. Located on Newbury Street, Trident Booksellers and Cafe is not only a bookstore but also a cafe with delicious food.

Boston U Class of 2021 (@bu2021)

If you are an incoming freshman follow this student-run account to connect with your future classmates before stepping onto campus.

If you are an incoming freshman follow this student-run account to connect with your future classmates before stepping onto campus.

The Tab BU (@thetabbu)

Of course this list cannot end without a little self promotion. Keep updated with The Tab BU from recent articles to events we'll be at. We're currently accepting writers for Fall 2017 so get those typing fingers ready and join our team.

Of course this list cannot end without a little self promotion. Keep updated with The Tab BU from recent articles to events we'll be at. We're currently accepting writers for Fall 2017 so get those typing fingers ready and join our team.

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