

Mary Louis
Expertise
- Financial aid
- FAFSA applications
Education
- BA Business Administration, SUNY at Albany
Mary Louis has worked in financial aid at city-run, state-run, for-profit, and Ivy League schools and at an HBCU. She also has experience working in recruitment, processing student payments, and assisting in processing documents for the registrar.
Louis’ financial aid experience includes writing policies and procedures; overseeing satisfactory academic progress for state and federal aid, scholarships, and private education lending; federal verification, compliance, and training; and assisting families in completing the FAFSA.
She’s a Brooklyn native who currently resides in Nashville and works at a state community college.
Louis is a paid member of the Red Ventures Education Integrity Network.
Read Mary Louis's Latest Articles

What to Know About Tax Breaks for College Students and Parents
College is a big investment. By taking advantage of college tax credits and deductions, you can save thousands of dollars on higher ed expenses.
April 22, 2025
How to Build Credit in College: 7 Essential Tips for Students
Credit helps college students take out loans and even land jobs. Here are the best tips to build credit in college.
March 31, 2025
Financial Aid for Undocumented Students
Finding financial resources can be challenging for undocumented students, but it’s not impossible. Discover the resources available for you to apply to college.
September 26, 2023
Ayuda financiera para estudiantes indocumentados
Encontrar recursos financieros puede ser un reto para los estudiantes indocumentados, pero no es imposible. Conoce los recursos disponibles para que puedas aplicar a la universidad.
August 23, 2023
Graduate School Guide for Undocumented Students
Find out more about the application process and your educational rights with our graduate school guide for undocumented students.
June 20, 2023