Your Housing Questions, Answered
Billing
Do ELLC housing charges appear on my Bowie State University (BSU) student bill?
No. Housing charges for ELLC do not appear in Bulldog Connection. These communities are managed separately by Capstone On-Campus Management (COCM) and operate under a different billing process.
How do I pay for my ELLC housing?
You must make payments directly through your resident portal. Housing payments are not made through BSU or Bulldog Connection.
What forms of payment are accepted by ELLC?
Payments can be made out of pocket through your resident portal using approved payment methods listed there (e.g., online payment, money order, etc.).
If you are using financial aid, see the next section for how that process works.
Does my financial aid automatically pay for my ELLC housing?
No. Because ELLC is billed separately from BSU, financial aid is not automatically applied to your housing charges.
How does my financial aid get applied to my housing balance?
First, BSU applies to your financial aid toward tuition and mandatory fees.
If there is excess aid remaining, BSU will post a temporary housing charge on your Bulldog Connection account.
This allows your excess aid to be sent to COCM and applied toward your ELLC balance.
What happens if my financial aid doesn’t cover my entire ELLC balance?
If your excess aid does not fully cover your housing charges, you must pay the remaining balance out of pocket through your resident portal.
Can I set up a payment plan for my ELLC housing?
Yes. COCM offers separate payment plans for residents of ELLC. You must contact your property’s management office to set up a plan directly.
Who should I contact for more information about COCM payment plans?
Contact the ELLC management office directly or visit your resident portal for payment plan details, due dates, and enrollment options.
Does COCM accept third-party payments (like GI Bill, DORS, or Housing Authority)?
Yes. COCM accepts payments from third-party vendors, sponsors, or agencies.
What should I do if a third-party organization is paying for my housing?
Contact your COCM management office immediately. The staff will provide instructions and required documentation for the organization to send payment properly.
Why is early communication with COCM important for third-party payments?
Contacting COCM early helps ensure payments are processed correctly and on time, preventing delays or unpaid balances.
Who do I contact for questions about my housing bill or payments?
For ELLC billing or payments: Contact your COCM property management office through your resident portal.
Where can I see my housing charges for ELLC?
Your housing charges can be viewed only through your ELLC resident portal. This portal is where you’ll find your balance, due dates, and payment options.