My main target is Foster, but will also consider a several other high-reach schools assuming depending on my GRE retake score.

I'm applying to Foster in R1 or R2 and wondering what my chances are applying without a GRE score. I took it a few months ago and got a 312. I'm currently studying for a retake next month but want to better prepare in case I don't get my target score of 320+.

If my retake doesn't go as planned, and I get a 312-315, am I a competitive enough candidate to apply without a test score?

Based on my background, what should the score cutoff be? Is it fair to say if I get a 315+, I should submit with score, and if I get less than a 315, I should apply test optional? In either case, I will write an additional essay outlining my quant/analytical background.

Personal: Male, 31, domestic candidate, middle eastern, lower-income upbringing.

Undergraduate School: DePaul University

Major: Business, Double Major in Finance and Accounting

GPA: 3.84, magna cum laude

Professional Work Experience: Accounting & Finance Intern at large hedge fund during undergrad, 4.5 years as tax consultant at Big4, and 4 years at HR tech startup (current) managing global mobility and immigration operations.

Other: I also had a CPA license back when I was in Big4 but it expired.

Post MBA Goals: I'm open but leaning towards tech, corp finance, or maybe even an LDP.