Jayson Matlock

Director of Financial Aid And Scholarships Southern Utah University

  • Cedar City UT

Specializing in scholarships and financial aid, financial wellness and literacy, and college student support

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Biography

Jayson Matlock is the Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships at Southern Utah University. Matlock's motivation, both personally and professionally, stems from a desire to establish a legacy for his family and to pave the way for others while breaking down generational wealth barriers.

As an alumnus of Southern Utah University, Matlock began his career in financial aid as a work-study student. He has since served as a financial aid counselor, financial aid and wellness coordinator, and assistant director of financial aid.

Matlock earned a bachelor's degree in physical education and human development and a master's degree in public administration from Southern Utah University.

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Industry Expertise

Financial Services
Education/Learning

Areas of Expertise

FAFSA
Financial Aid Administration
Recruiting in Higher Education
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Higher Education Leadership
Financial Wellness for College Students
Higher Education Student Affairs
Financial Aid Counseling
Financial Literacy

Education

Southern Utah University

Master's Degree

Public Administration

2016

Southern Utah University

Bachelor of Science

Physical Education and Human Performance

Accomplishments

Commitment to Excellence Award

2021-2022

RMASFAA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Chair

2021-2022

RMASFAA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Co-chair

2020-2021

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Affiliations

  • National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA)
  • Rocky Mountain Association of Student Financial Aid Administrator
  • Utah Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (UASFAA)
  • President's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, Southern Utah University
  • Staff Association, Southern Utah University
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Media Appearances

Earlier Is Better When It Comes To Applying For Financial Aid

Forbes  online

2022-10-12

"Beginning the process early allows students to identify any gaps in their knowledge that prevents them from completing the application, and enables them to seek guidance from a professional to receive their aid in time."

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How Can You Pay for Graduate School Without Going Into Debt?

Yahoo Life  online

2022-08-12

Depending on the employer benefits, employees and their family members may be eligible for tuition reimbursement or discounts which go toward grad school costs. Remember to check the conditions in your company handbook if you plan to use your employer’s reimbursement program.
Jayson Matlock, assistant director of financial aid at Southern Utah University, said employees may even find some employers offer partnerships with universities that streamline your grad school experience at lower or no cost. Reach out to your employer and see which opportunities may be available to you.

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How To Secure Last-Minute Financial Aid For College

Forbes  online

2022-04-23

Jayson Matlock says that you should always strive to apply for scholarships in particular before their closing date. However, you should also follow up with your school's financial aid office during the first few weeks before and after school starts to see if any funding is unclaimed.
"If students are offered funding and they no longer plan to attend your university, this may be an opportune time for you to secure scholarships that are now available," he says.

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