National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
Cumberland University belongs to the NAIA, which may equate with "small college" athletics compared to the "big leagues" of the NCAA. This is partially true, but the NAIA is a lot more. It is the organizing body for teams where thousands of college athletes find opportunities for athletic competition- and excellence.  Click here to learn more.

TranSouth Athletic Conference
The TranSouth Athletic Conference (TSAC) was founded in 1996 and was composed of many schools from the Tennessee Collegiate Athletic Conference (TCAC).  The conference changed its name to TranSouth Athletic Conference prior to the 1996-97 school year.  The TranSouth is part of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and is a perennial power with several national championships. TSAC sports include Baseball, Men's Basketball, Men's Golf, Men's Soccer, Men's Tennis, Softball, Volleyball, Women's Basketball, Women's Soccer and Women's Tennis. Visit conference website.

Mid-South Conference
Cumberland University teams are also part of the Mid-South Conference - Division 1 of the NAIA.  Visit conference website.