Can I keep my phone number if I switch to a different carrier?

I have an iPhone 5 and will soon be upgrading to an iPhone 6 or maybe a 6s.
Currently I have a contract with Verizon.  I am considering switching to a prepaid plan with T-Mobile.
I'm not sure this is correct, but my understanding is that phones for T-Mobile and Verizon use different types of SIM cards.  I am wondering if I could keep the phone number I have had with Verizon if I switch to T-Mobile. 
Can I do that?

You would have to ask your new provider if they can port your number

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