(NCCAA), primarily competing as an independent in the Midwest Region of the Division I level. The Cougars previously competed in the Wolverine–Hoosier Athletic Conference (WHAC) from 1992–93 to 2003–04.
Spring Arbor competes in 18 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's sports include baseball, basketball, bowling, cross country, golf, soccer, tennis and track & field; while women's sports include basketball, bowling, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track & field and volleyball; and co-ed sports include cheerleading.
=== Competitive cheer/dance ===
In the 2019–20 season, Spring Arbor's competitive cheer and dance teams participated in their first competitions, introducing co-ed sports to the school.
=== Accomplishments ===
The women's soccer team won the 2015, 2017 & 2022 NAIA National Championships. After a 42-game unbeaten streak, the women were the 2016 NAIA National Champion runners-up. The 2019 men's basketball team was the NAIA Division II National Champions.
== Notable alumni ==
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