| Component: (Network and Table) | |
|---|---|
| Network | 2408403 - Disclosure - Operating Leases - Schedule of Minimum Rental Commitment Due Under Operating Lease (Details) (http://www.americanpubliceducation.com/role/OperatingLeasesScheduleOfMinimumRentalCommitmentDueUnderOperatingLeaseDetails) |
| Table | (Implied) |
| Reporting Entity [Axis] | 0001201792 (http://www.sec.gov/CIK) |
| Leases [Abstract] | Period [Axis] |
|---|---|
2016-12-31 | |
Leases [Abstract] | |
2017 | |
2018 | |
2019 | |
2020 | |
2021 and beyond | |
Total minimum rental commitment |