More than 60 college basketball teams will utilize the opportunity to head out on a foreign trip this spring and summer, many of them getting a head start on the season by taking full advantage of the 10 practices leading up to the jaunt.

Kentucky did it a year ago with its trip to the Bahamas, and there are several NCAA title contenders that could gain a similar edge in 2015-16.

Kansas is one such contender.

The Jayhawks were picked to participate in the World University Games in South Korea from July 3 to 14, and there will be no preparation restrictions leading up to the competition.

“We can practice as much as we want,” Kansas coach Bill Self told ESPN.

The first true game for KU will come in Korea on July 4, but Self said he’ll likely hold practices starting on June 8.

“I’m not going to kill them,” he said. ”We won’t practice every day.”

Kansas is representing the United States in the event, meaning two non-U.S. players -- Ukrainian guard Svi Mykhailiuk and incoming freshman big man Cheick Diallo, from Mali -- will not be able to participate. Brannen Greene, who is coming off hip surgery, won’t play either. The Jayhawks are thin on perimeter players, and that’s why Self recently added SMU point guard Nic Moore to the team.

Self said the competition should be fairly difficult, and he’s looking forward to playing with a shot clock (24 seconds) -- and also experimenting a bit. Kansas has been almost exclusively a man-to-man defensive team under Self, but he said he may try out some zone defenses. He also may press, another thing his Kansas teams have rarely done.

“I may find out I like it more than I thought I would,” Self said. “But we’ve been such a good defensive team statistically, I haven’t really wanted to go away from what’s worked. We’ve tried stuff in the past but spent 10 days on it and then kicked it to the curb. This is different because we have unlimited practices and then a bunch of games.”

Self said there are a few other things he’s looking forward to seeing:

• He intends to have point guards Frank Mason and Devonte Graham on the floor at the same time. “Playing those two guys together a lot can help us moving forward.”

• The continued development of Wayne Selden. Self said Selden has used his shot to set up other aspects of his game, instead of using his strength and ability to get to the rim to set up his shot. “He didn’t have a bad year, but he just didn’t have the year people were expecting him to have -- and I think he started pressing.”

• His first look at talented freshman forward Carlton Bragg, and also increased minutes for Hunter Mickelson. “Hunter’s already a good player, he just hasn’t gotten a chance to play a lot.”

Below is ESPN's complete list of all the Division I teams taking trips this summer, beginning with those expected to contend for a Final Four trip in 2015-16:

Final Four/national title contenders

California Golden Bears, Australia (Aug. 13-24)

Cuonzo Martin will bring back veterans Tyrone Wallace, Jabari Bird and Jordan Mathews, but the real question is how elite frosh Jaylen Brown and Ivan Rabb look. If these guys buy into a team concept, the Bears could be a top-10 team nationally all year long.

Iowa State Cyclones, Spain (Aug. 10-20)

The most important question is whether Fred Hoiberg will be with the Cyclones on this trip. Hoiberg is considered the front-runner for the Chicago Bulls job, if it opens as expected. Iowa State returns two of the nation’s top players in Georges Niang and Monte Morris, but it will be interesting to see how transfers Deonte Burton (Marquette) and Hallice Cooke (Oregon State) play on the trip.

Kansas Jayhawks, South Korea (July 3-14)

As noted above, the Jayhawks will be the United States' representatives in the World University Games.

Louisville Cardinals, Puerto Rico (Aug. 10-17)

Rick Pitino & Co. lost a bunch, including Terry Rozier and Montrezl Harrell. However, this trip will come at an opportune time, as Pitino added a pair of fifth-year grad transfers in Damion Lee (Drexel) and Trey Lewis (Cleveland State) in addition to a strong freshman class led by Donovan Mitchell and Deng Adel.

Michigan State Spartans, Italy (Aug. 21-Sept. 1)

Tom Izzo brings back Denzel Valentine, but this team will have a different look with Travis Trice and Branden Dawson gone. The most important aspect will be the development of point guard Tum Tum Nairn and his ability to be a threat on the offensive end.

Wichita State Shockers, Costa Rica or Spain/Italy

The Shockers have a veteran backcourt in Ron Baker and Fred VanVleet, but the trip to whichever continent Wichita decides to visit will likely be more beneficial for some of the young guys, and also for Cleveland State grad transfer Anton Grady.

Other high-major programs

Baylor Bears, Canada (Aug 12-16)

Scott Drew will try to determine who can step forward and provide leadership with Kenny Chery gone. Lester Medford will move into Chery’s role as the starting point guard, but Drew also needs to figure out who will back him up.

BYU Cougars, Spain (Aug. 17-27)

Dave Rose will get a look at his team without scoring machine Tyler Haws. Kyle Collinsworth is still there, but the Cougars’ coach will get a look at a healthy Jamal Aytes as well as freshman Nick Emery.

Creighton Bluejays, Italy (Aug. 4-14)

Greg McDermott will have a chance to see two transfers who will be counted upon heavily this season: point guard Maurice Watson (Boston University) and forward Cole Huff (Nevada). It will also be interesting to see whether senior guard James Milliken can pick up where he left off after a strong Big East tourney.

DePaul Blue Demons, France (Aug. 11-21)

Second-time Blue Demons coach Dave Leitao has three quality guys with Billy Garrett, Tommy Hamilton and Myke Henry -- but the key is who else steps up? He’ll be watching to see if signees Eli Cain, Oumar Barry and Develle Phillips can help -- and how much they may be able to factor in this year.

Duquesne Dukes, Ireland (Aug. 3-13)

Jim Ferry has everyone back of note, so the Dukes will focus on defense. Ferry’s backcourt is set with Micah Mason, Rene Castro and Derrick Colter, so he’ll use this trip to evaluate his sophomore forwards.

Georgetown Hoyas, Italy (Aug. 14-24)

The Hoyas return their core, but the key will be how the freshmen make a jump from a year ago. This will give guys like Paul White, Isaac Copeland and L.J. Peak a head start to the season.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, Bahamas (Aug. 5-12)

The Yellow Jackets will integrate three new players -- transfers Nick Jacobs (Alabama) and Adam Smith (Virginia Tech) along with high schooler Sylvester Ogbonda. It’s still unclear whether Arkansas-Little Rock transfer James White will be eligible to play on the trip.

Houston Cougars, China (Aug. 11-20)

L.J. Rose won’t play, but Kelvin Sampson will have six new players -- and five should be in the rotation from the start of the season. Sampson will get a look at Purdue transfer Ronnie Johnson and ex-Oregon wing Damyean Dotson, and also at Galen Robinson -- who will likely start at point from day one.

Illinois Fighting Illini, Belgium, Paris (Aug. 9-19)

John Groce will get a chance to see where starting point guard Tracy Abrams (knee) is healthwise, and will also be able to integrate two big men -- Charlotte graduate transfer Mike Thorne and Darius Paul, who returns after a season in the junior college ranks.

La Salle Explorers, Prague (May 18-25)

John Giannini and the Explorers went early, so freshmen Karl Harris and Rokas Ulvydas were not able to go, but Giannini got a look at three sophomores -- Johnnie Shuler, Tony Washington and Yevgen Sakhniuk -- who will have expanded roles.

LSU Tigers, Australia (early August)

Ben Simmons, Ben Simmons, Ben Simmons. The nation’s top-ranked player will be the focal point this year for Johnny Jones, but it’ll actually be another freshman -- scoring guard Antonio Blakeney -- who may benefit most from this trip.

Marquette Golden Eagles, Italy (Aug. 10-20)

The Golden Eagles will have five freshmen on the trip, including point guard Traci Carter, who could challenge Duane Wilson for the starting spot. Henry Ellenson is the prize of the class.

UMass Minutemen, Paris, London (Aug. 17-24)

Derek Kellogg will need to figure out who will step up along the front line with Max Esho and Cady Lalanne gone. He’ll also get to see if Donte Clark can move into a larger role, and whether guys like Zach Coleman and C.J. Anderson can also expand their roles.

Minnesota Golden Gophers, Spain (Aug. 10-20)

Richard Pitino loses four seniors, but this trip will give him a chance to see his new guys, including talented guard Kevin Dorsey and Illinois State grad transfer Reggie Lynch.

Nebraska Cornhuskers, Spain (Aug. 14-23)

The Cornhuskers have half a dozen new faces, and Tim Miles will have to figure out how to replace Terran Petteway. Miles will see if Kansas transfer Andrew White can be a focal point along with Shavon Shields.

Northwestern Wildcats, Spain (Aug. 22-Sept. 1)

Chris Collins’ focus will be on the development of his young group -- specifically Bryant McIntosh, Vic Law and Scottie Lindsey. He’ll also integrate freshman Aaron Falzon and fifth-year big man transfer Joey Van Zegeren.

Oregon Ducks, Spain (Aug. 24-Sept. 4)

Life without Joseph Young begins for Dana Altman. This will give the Ducks an opportunity to see who steps up as a potential leader and go-to guy.

Saint Louis Billikens, Bahamas (August)

Jim Crews returns most of his team from last season and all of his perimeter players. This will be an important trip to see if either of the freshman big men, Matt Neufeld and Elliott Welmer, can be ready to contribute this season.

South Florida Bulls, Spain (Aug. 9-19)

It’s Orlando Antigua’s second season, and he’ll get a chance to see Maryland transfer Roddy Peters on the trip as well as junior college guard Shawn Smith.

Stanford Cardinal, Italy (Aug. 20-Sept. 3)

Johnny Dawkins lost guards Chasson Randle and Anthony Brown as well as big man Stefan Nastic, and will get a chance to see who is capable of stepping up, be it returning players or freshmen.

Texas A&M Aggies, Italy, Greece (Aug. 12-23)

Billy Kennedy will get a chance to see his highly touted freshman class as well as grad transfer Anthony Collins (USF), whose presence will allow Alex Caruso to play off the ball.

Texas Tech Red Raiders, Canada (last week of August)

Tubby Smith will get a chance to see his young players -- sophomores Zach Smith, Keenan Evans, Norense Odiase and Isaiah Manderson. The Red Raiders also signed three guards.

USC Trojans, Italy (Aug. 12-22)

Andy Enfield has the majority of his team back, but this trip will be a way for him to get a pair of in-state freshmen -- Bennie Boatright and Chimezie Metu -- into the mix.

West Virginia Mountaineers, Bahamas (Aug. 9-15)

Bob Huggins will get a chance to see what the Mountaineers look like without Juwan Staten. The point guard spot is up for grabs, and guys like Jevon Carter and Tarik Phillip as well as newcomers Jevon Meyers and James Bolden will all have a shot.

Mid- and low-major programs

Abilene Christian Wildcats, Costa Rica (Aug. 9-14) -- Freshman guard Jaylen Franklin and forward Hayden Howell will get some good experience.

Ball State Cardinals, Bahamas (Aug. 3-8) -- James Whitford wants to solidify the team’s man defense and also get a hard look at the two candidates for the starting point guard spot, Naiel Smith and Jeremiah Davis.

Belmont Bruins, London, Dublin (Aug. 14-23) -- Rick Byrd will get a chance to see what his four freshmen -- big man Seth Adelsperger, wings Michael Benkert and Dylan Windler, and guard Kevin McClain -- can do.

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats, Bahamas (Aug. 18-23) -- Gravelle Craig will get a look at three transfers who sat out last season: Laron Smith (Georgia State), Jordan Potts (UNC Greensboro) and Mario Moody (Wagner).

Brown Bears, Italy (Aug. 24-Sept. 3) -- Mike Martin will need to find out who will replace Rafael Maia (transfer to Pittsburgh) and Dockery Walker to play with Cedric Kuakumensah in the frontcourt. None of the six newcomers will be able to play on the trip due to Ivy League rules.

Cal Poly Mustangs, France (Aug. 8-16) -- Joe Callero will try to play faster with freshman guards Serigne Acht and Jaylen Shead. The Mustangs will also have Taylor Sutlive, Luke Meikle, Zach Gordon and Trevor John back after all were injured and didn’t play last season.

Central Arkansas Bears, France (Aug. 8-18) -- Russ Pennell started three freshmen last season and brought three more off the bench, so the trip will bring valuable experience for a young team. He will also add three transfers -- Justin Foreman, Jeff Lowery and Derreck Brooks -- who could all start this season.

Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, Cuba (Aug. 7-14) -- Cliff Ellis’ top two scorers -- Warren Gillis and Josh Cameron -- graduated, so now it’ll be interesting to see whether junior guards Elijah Wilson and Shivaughn Wiggins can make a jump. Ellis will also need a few other guys to show consistency as members of the rotation.

Drake Bulldogs, Italy, Copenhagen (Aug. 12-22) -- Ray Giacoletti will have seven new players this season, including transfers Kale Abrahamson (Northwestern) and Graham Woodard (Penn State).

Elon Phoenix, Germany, Italy (Aug. 9-19) -- Matt Matheny graduated three seniors, so the trip will be important to develop leadership and to determine which freshmen are capable of making an immediate impact.

Fresno State Bulldogs, Italy (Aug. 6-15) -- Rodney Terry will work on establishing quality depth, especially since it’s unlikely that Cesar Guerrero or Julien Lewis will play on the trip.

Furman Paladins, Costa Rica (Aug. 8-15) -- Niko Medved has just about everyone back and will add four freshmen, three redshirt freshmen and Duquesne transfer Isiah Watkins.

Georgia Southern Eagles, Costa Rica (July 25-29) -- Mark Byington lost a ton besides just star Jelani Hewitt (six of his top eight scorers are gone), so he’ll use this trip to get some experience for a young group that includes six newcomers. He’ll have four freshmen and Marshall grad transfer Devince Boykins on the trip.

Illinois State Redbirds, Spain (Aug. 7-16) -- Dan Muller has a team that will be picked to finish near the top of the Missouri Valley, but he has seven newcomers -- five freshmen, one grad transfer and Nick Banyard, who sat out last season.

Longwood Lancers, Dominican Republic (Aug. 3-9) -- Jayson Gee will get an opportunity to see Duquesne transfer Travaughn White and Khris Lane, who sat out after transferring from Drexel. Lotanna Nwogbo, who missed the final 18 games due to a thumb injury, will be a candidate for Big South Player of the Year and is healthy for this trip.

Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders, Bahamas (Aug. 10-16) -- Kermit Davis and the Blue Raiders will try to identify a point guard and also work to find a presence on the block.

Monmouth Hawks, China (May 21-June 5) -- King Rice’s team is already in the midst of its trip to China, so he’s had a chance to see Oklahoma transfer Je’lon Hornbeak, who sat out last season. The junior guard scored 12 points in the second game of the trip, and Justin Robinson has been in double figures in both games to date.

Murray State Racers, Canada (Aug. 1-6) -- Steve Prohm loses star Cameron Payne, so he’ll try to find out who is capable of stepping up as a leader. The Racers are waiting to see if DeMarcus Croaker (Texas transfer) can play on the trip.

North Dakota, Italy, France (Aug. 10-20) -- Coach Brian Jones will use the trip to look at his new guys, as well as to get 7-foot Utah State transfer Carson Shanks more time.

North Dakota State Bison, Bahamas (Aug. 10-15) -- David Richman will try to find out who should have the ball in his hands late in the shot clock. The most likely candidates are sophomores Paul Miller and A.J. Jacobson, as well as junior guard Carlin Dupree.

North Florida Ospreys, Bahamas (July 31-Aug. 6) -- Matt Driscoll will integrate three new players into a team that won the league last season.

Oakland Golden Grizzlies, Spain (Aug. 24-Sept. 2) -- Greg Kampe will try to determine who will play center -- the front-runner is Iowa State transfer Percy Gibson.

Omaha Mavericks, Italy (Aug. 12-22) -- Derrin Hansen lost his top scorer and post player, so he’ll need a few of his newcomers to contribute right away. He brings in four new players -- guards J.T. Gibson, Zach Jackson and Tradeon Hollins, as well as big man Zach Pirog.

Oral Roberts Golden Eagles, Dominican Republic (Aug. 5-12) -- Scott Sutton will get a look at freshmen Chris Crawford, Javan White, Christopher Martin and DaQuan Jeffries, as well as sophomore Albert Owns and junior college product Jalen Bradley.

Rider Broncs, Canada (Aug. 19-24) -- Coach Kevin Baggett will try to figure out who can help replace Matt Lopez. The candidates are sophomore Kenny Grant, junior Kahlil Thomas and freshman Lacey James.

Southern Utah Thunderbirds, Bahamas (Aug. 5-10) -- Nick Robinson will get a look at three newcomers and will also work on cultivating a collective toughness and confidence within his squad.

Stony Brook Seawolves, Germany, Italy (Aug. 9-20) -- Point guard Lucas Woodhouse will play after sitting out last season, and Steve Pikiell will also get a look at his two freshmen. Ahmad Walker returns after spending last season in the junior college ranks.

UT Arlington Mavericks, Bahamas (Aug. 19-25) -- Scott Cross is working on an idea on how to track the competitiveness in practices, games and in the weight room to be able to separate the guys who display toughness from those who do not. This trip will be a testing ground for that system.

Texas Southern Tigers, China (June 18-July 2) -- Mike Davis will get a look at the health of Jose Rodriguez, who missed 2014-15 after suffering a knee injury just before the start of the season. The 6-foot-6 senior wing was a preseason All-SWAC second-team selection.

UMKC Kangaroos, Brazil (Aug. 3-12) -- Point guard Martez Harrison has had a terrific first two seasons, but now the key will be becoming a great leader and making those around him better. This could be the ideal spot to show he can do both.

Valparaiso Crusaders, Canada (Aug. 8-14) -- Bryce Drew will get a look at frosh Derrick Smits (Rik’s kid) and Daniel Relvao, and will also see Lexus Williams, who is coming back from double knee surgery. LSU transfer Shane Hammink will be eligible after redshirting last season.

Yale Bulldogs, Australia (Aug. 9-20) -- James Jones will try to establish Makai Mason at the point and get a look at the younger guys.

Youngstown State Penguins, Bahamas (Aug. 8-13) -- Jerry Slocum will have a chance to integrate a five-man recruiting class into the program earlier thanks to the 10 allotted practices and the trip.