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Restricted Cash | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2012
Restricted Cash [Abstract] |
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4. | Restricted Cash
In 2003, as part of commencing operations in Pennsylvania, the Company was required to maintain a “minimum protective endowment” of at least $500,000 in an interest-bearing account. These funds are required as long as the Company operates its campuses in the state. The Company accounts for these funds as a long-term asset.

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