University of Texas at Tyler Athletics

Matthew Carrillo just finished his fifth year with UT Tyler Athletics and 11th year with the University of Texas at Tyler in 2023-2024.

As the Athletics Academic Coordinator, Matthew is responsible for all things regarding the academics of student-athletes. He oversees student-athlete academic progress, including GPA, progress towards degree, scheduling, and academic eligibility. 

Matthew has been in higher education for 13 years. Prior to UT Tyler, he spent two years at The University of Texas Arlington serving as a Student Development Specialist and Champs/Life skills coordinator. Prior to Arlington, Mathew was at The University of Texas of the Permian Basin and Odessa College where he was an admissions recruiter and advisor.

Matthew grew up in Odessa, Texas where he attended The University of Texas of the Permian Basin. He received an undergraduate degree in psychology and a graduate degree in Educational Leadership.