Southwestern Illinois College’s Red Bud Campus provides large and comfortable classrooms, a state-of-the-art computer lab, convenient parking, and is home to one of the college’s libraries where students can receive a variety of academic support services, including testing and tutoring.
“The beautiful campus is small and comfortable. It feels familiar and welcoming upon arrival. I’m glad I chose Red Bud and can’t wait to see how they continue to help students earn higher education.”- Tina O.
Established in 1985, in large part due to contributions from the community, the Red Bud Campus location was designed to better serve the needs of the southern portion of the district.
Academics
Smaller class sizes, affordability, and faculty that are passionate about teaching means individualized learning!
With CNA and LPN programs, along with general education options, Red Bud Campus offers a program suited to your career and educational goals.
Featuring a variety of courses like English, Fire Science, Math, Biology, History, and more, RBC has everything you need for your certificate or transfer plan.
“Education is a treasure. I chose SWIC for my LPN program because it is affordable, and it produces competent nurses.” -Mary M.
CTE Anchor
Red Bud Career Technology Education (CTE) Building
Southwestern Illinois College is expanding its Career and Technical Education (CTE) offerings to the Red Bud Campus with the construction of a new 7,800-square-foot facility.
Set to open for classes in Fall 2026, the new building will provide modern, adaptable learning spaces for CTE programs, such as: Welding, Forklift Certification, Health Sciences, and more!
For more information on these and other programs, check out SWIC’s program offerings below.
Campus Services
RBC offers free services to both students and community!
The campus offers FREE:
- Counseling, Advising and Transfer Services
- Textbook Pick Up
- Career Services
- Disability and Access Center
- Library Services
- Online Financial Aid Assistance
- Success Center:
Mon. 8:15 a.m. – 3 p.m. & Virtual - Registration Services
- And More!
Campus Culture
There is more to college than what you learn in the classroom!
RBC hosts on-campus events aimed at fostering relationships, developing social skills, enhancing resumes, and creating lifelong memories.
How To Connect With Us!
Make sure and check out our social media too!
Getting Here
“I chose the Red Bud campus for the licensed practical nursing program due to the close proximity to Belleville. I enjoy the peaceful drive each morning.”
– Tina O.
DRIVING
500 West South 4th St., Red Bud, IL 62278
- Driving The campus is on West South Fourth Street, off Highway 3 in Red Bud, southwest of Red Bud Regional Hospital. From Highway 3, turn west onto West South Fourth Street.
- Public Transportation For a small fee, students from the Chester, Ellis Grove, Evansville, Sparta, Steeleville and Waterloo areas can take advantage of the Monroe-Randolph Transit to the Red Bud Campus. To arrange transportation, call 618-443-4433.