Low GPA but great work experience (F500 Corporate Strategy + T2 Consulting) and T20 UG. Should I be aiming for +3-5 points above the average at my target schools for the GRE? Happy to elaborate on work experience. GPA is explainable by constant family emergencies/financial stress

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