spark-admissions-logo Free Consultation

Regina VanderWyst

Senior Admissions Consultant

As a Senior Admissions Consultant, Ms. VanderWyst brings sophisticated judgment and deep admissions expertise to the students she advises. She guides families through the college application process with care, shaping each student’s story into a compelling and authentic narrative. Her approach is strategic, supportive, and tailored to foster confidence and clarity at every stage.

Previously, Ms. VanderWyst worked in admissions at the University of California, Berkeley, gaining an insider’s view of what competitive colleges seek in academic records, essays, and extracurricular achievement. She also has extensive experience advising students on academic planning, application strategy, and the development of cohesive and compelling application materials.

Ms. VanderWyst earned her MA and BA from the University of Southern California. Outside of her work with students, she enjoys skiing and hiking with her family.

Subscribe to our newsletter for college admissions news

More from the Spark Admissions blog

Spark Admissions has one of the highest college admissions success rates in the country.

Contact us to learn more about our admissions consulting services.

Schedule Your Free Consultation