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Document And Entity Information (USD $)
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
 12 Months Ended
Aug. 31, 2012
Oct. 31, 2012
Document And Entity Information [Abstract]    
Document Type 10-K  
Document Period End Date Aug. 31, 2012  
Amendment Flag false  
Document Fiscal Period Focus FY  
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2012  
Entity Registrant Name FRANKLIN COVEY CO  
Entity Central Index Key 0000886206  
Current Fiscal Year End Date --08-31  
Entity Filer Category Accelerated Filer  
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer Yes  
Entity Voluntary Filers No  
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes  
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   18,071,010
Entity Public Float $ 127.5