Commitments and Contingencies (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Aug. 31, 2014
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Outstanding surety bonds	$ 34apol_OutstandingSuretyBonds
Letters of credit outstanding	$ 46	$ 24

The total amount of the contingent obligation under letters of credit outstanding as of the reporting date.

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Balance Type:	credit
Period Type:	instant