All applications must be submitted to the Graduate School of the University of South Carolina. The Graduate School provides helpful information on the admissions application process and even lets you know what to do before you apply.

Admission to mechanical engineering graduate programs is competitive. Admission decisions are based on the quality of the applicant's previous university-level academic work, letters of recommendation, GRE scores, and other evidence of past accomplishments. GRE General Test scores are required for all applicants applying for a research-based degree program (Ph.D. or M.S.), must be submitted by all applicants seeking assistantships and/or tuition support, and are recommended for all other applicants.
Test Scores:

Minimum scores are generally a GRE-V of 150 and a GRE-Q of 155.

IELTS Academic - Minimum score of 6.5.
TOEFL IBT - Minimum score of 80.