Looking for a Place to Take Grad Photos? These Spots Are Perfect

Looking for a Place to Take Grad Photos? These Spots Are Perfect

Congratulations, #BU2025! You made it through four years of hard work and studying, with a global pandemic mixed in-and it's paid off. You can finally walk onto Nickerson Field to celebrate all of those years of hard work and begin another new and exciting chapter in your story. To help commemorate your graduation festivities, we've compiled a list of the best places on and around campus to take your grad photos.

Nickerson Field

You can't go wrong with a Nickerson Field photo for graduation. Whether you spent your time at BU around West, East, or Central, everyone has fond memories of Nickerson. From our first Splash! to just throwing a ball around with some friends, it's always a nice place to be.

Bay State Road

Bay State is beautiful this time of year. The spring has arrived and the flowers are in bloom, making it the perfect spot to take a photo. If you're looking to add a little flair to your grad pics, you can't go wrong here.

The Seal on Marsh Plaza

This is the heart of campus: getting a picture with the seal is an absolute must for any senior. It's tradition for newly minted alums to make their way to the seal and step on it for the first time. If you're on campus, definitely stop by before you leave. And congrats on making it all four years without getting hit with the seal's curse.

Psst…the BU Alumni Association will be taking FREE professional photos at the Seal all weekend long.

The Boston University sign on Nickerson

One of the most iconic parts of campus, the BU sign on Nickerson is a must-stop for your grad photos. If you want to rep your alma mater, this is the place to be.

The Dahod Family Alumni Center (BU Castle)

How many students can say their alma mater has a castle? Well, you can. The Dahod Family Alumni Center, commonly known as the BU Castle, is one of the most interesting buildings on campus. Built by a prominent Boston businessman in 1915, the Castle now watches as students scuffle around down below on Bay State Road. You can't go wrong with a photo op at the Castle.

The BU Bridge

The BU Bridge offers a great view all year round. The Boston skyline hits the Charles River in such a beautiful way. Take advantage of the view and get a grad pic here.

The BU Beach

The BU Beach is one of the best places on campus to relax. Right next to the Charles, it's the go-to place to soak up the sun whenever the clouds part. If you spent a lot of time on the Beach during your years on campus, you should take one of your grad pics here for the memories.

Boston University sign on the Fenway Campus

If you're looking for something different, this could be a good choice for you. This Fenway Campus sign isn't used in pictures as often as others on the Charles River Campus. If you don't want your grad photo to be in the same spot as everyone else's, this landmark is a good bet.

The Esplanade

Many of us have spent time walking or running up and down the Esplanade. It's a great way to reconnect with nature when living in the city. During the spring, the Esplanade gets even more charming. Surrounded by pink and white flowers, this is the perfect backdrop for a good grad photo.

Somewhere in Boston

Besides taking pictures around campus, there are great backdrops all around Boston. There are so many famous, cute, interesting, charming places to grab a grad pic-get out there and explore. From the North End to Seaport, Boston is a photogenic town. Don't miss your opportunity to capture your graduation-wander around and grab a pic.

Congratulations to all who are celebrating graduation! It's been a crazy four years, but the best is still to come. Go and make the most of this time. Oh, and make sure to capture your grad memories and share them using #BU2025!

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There are 2comments on Looking for a Place to Take Grad Photos? These Spots Are Perfect

1. EMS
   May 7, 2021 at 1:59 pm

   What about locations on the medical campus for all the students graduating from the 4 schools there? Medical, Dental, Public Health and Medical Sciences

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2. Trish Bradley
   May 21, 2022 at 5:50 pm

   You forgot the MLK Dove Statue !

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