East Valley Institute of Technology


What is EVIT?
The East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) is Arizona's first Joint Technological Education District (JTED). EVIT is a public high school for high school students. EVIT also serves tuition-paying adults wherever space is available.

EVIT was originally opened in 1991. The new campus and current campus opened in 1998. We just recently finished the construction of a new Health Sciences Center in 2007.

Who Goes to EVIT?
Students in the 10th, 11th and 12 grades from Apache Junction, Chandler, J.O. Combs, Fountain Hills, Gilbert, Higley, Mesa, Queen Creek, Scottsdale and Tempe.

Adult Education classes are also offered at EVIT, as well.

When are classes at EVIT?
High school students attend their home school a half-day and EVIT a half-day. Morning and afternoon sessions are available.

Adult Education classes are held in the evenings.

How much does EVIT cost?
Tuition is free for students from all participating schools during the regular school day. Tuition may be charged for evening classes.

For tuition information for adult students, call the Adult Education Department at (480) 461-4025.

Is there Transportation available?
Free busing is provided by the home school districts for the morning and afternoon sessions. Students must provide their own transportation for all other sessions including summer school.

Is it possible to attend EVIT and get college credit?
Yes, high school students enrolled in certain programs may obtain college credit while in the program here at EVIT. We currently have dual enrollment agreements with the following campuses: Chandler/Gilbert Community College, Gateway Community College, Mesa Community College and Scottsdale Community College.

Do you offer Continuing Education for Adults?
A student is considered an adult if he or she has received a GED, a high school diploma, or has reached 22 years of age. Adults must pay tuition which is unique to each class.

Still need more information?
You can download our fact sheet--here. If you have more questions, you may call our Public Relations department at (480) 461-4034.