Here are some articles from the international press highlighting the benefits of philosophy studies:

• "Is Philosophy the Most Practical Major?"
  The Atlantic, October 16, 2011
• "Fifty Ways to Improve your Life in 2009: Learn Philosophy"
  U.S. News and World Report, December 18, 2008
• "Philosophy's Makeover: Why Job Prospects for Philosophy Grads are Brightening"
  University Affairs, November 3, 2008
• "In a New Generation of College Students, Many Opt for the Life Examined"
  The New York Times, April 6, 2008
• "I Think, Therefore I Earn"
  The Guardian, November 20, 2007
• "Philosophers Find the Degree Pays Off in Life And in Work"
  The New York Times, December 26, 1997
• "How to Get to the Top -- Study Philosophy"
  Globe and Mail (Toronto), January 2, 1990
• "Philosophy Degrees and Famous People who have 'em"
  Paul Raymont's blog including many resources about the success of Philosophy majors
• "More Seek Philosophy Degrees as a Basis for Kicking Off Other Careers"
  denverpost.com, November 21, 2011
• Serial Entrepreneur Damon Horowitz Says "Quit Your Tech Job and Get a Ph.D. in the Humanities"
• Critics of the Liberal Arts Are Wrong
  Time.com, June 13, 2013